How To Fix FTR_TRADE_REP183 - Termination of external transactions not supported by this function

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FTR_TRADE_REP - Trade Repository

• Message number: 183

• Message text: Termination of external transactions not supported by this function

What causes this issue?

The function <LS>Terminate Transaction at Trade Repository</> is only
supported for financial transactions in the Transaction Manager.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

If you want to terminate external transactions at the trade repository,
you have to manually create a termination TARO with action type
<LS>Error</> for the relevant external transactions. If there are TAROs
for these external transactions that have not yet been sent to the trade
repository, you can use the function <LS>Change Status To</> to set them
as obsolete

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FTR_TRADE_REP183 - Termination of external transactions not supported by this function ?

  The SAP error message FTR_TRADE_REP183 indicates that there is an issue with the termination of external transactions in the context of financial transactions, particularly in the area of treasury and risk management. This error typically arises when a user attempts to perform an operation that is not supported by the current function or configuration in the SAP system.
  Cause:
  
  Unsupported Operation: The error usually occurs when trying to terminate an external transaction that the system does not support. This could be due to the transaction type or the current status of the transaction.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that do not allow for the termination of certain types of external transactions.
  Transaction Status: The transaction may be in a status that does not permit termination (e.g., already settled or completed).
  Missing Authorizations: The user may lack the necessary authorizations to perform the termination of the transaction.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Transaction Type: Verify if the transaction type you are trying to terminate is supported for termination. Consult the SAP documentation or your system administrator for details on which transaction types can be terminated.
  Review Transaction Status: Check the status of the transaction. If it is in a completed or settled state, you may not be able to terminate it. You may need to reverse or adjust the transaction instead.
  Configuration Review: Work with your SAP configuration team to review the settings related to external transactions. Ensure that the system is configured to allow termination where appropriate.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that the user attempting to perform the termination has the necessary authorizations. If not, request the appropriate access from your SAP security team.
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes or updates that may address this specific error message. There may be patches or updates that resolve known issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for Treasury and Risk Management for detailed information on transaction management.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP that pertain to treasury management, such as FTR_EDIT, FTR_DISPLAY, etc., to better understand the context of the transactions you are working with.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to escalate the matter to your SAP support team or consult with SAP directly for further assistance.