How To Fix FTR_TRD005 - TRD: Unable to reverse business transaction with external ID (&1)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FTR_TRD - Connect CFM Transactions to Parallel Position Management

• Message number: 005

• Message text: TRD: Unable to reverse business transaction with external ID (&1)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FTR_TRD005 - TRD: Unable to reverse business transaction with external ID (&1) ?

  The SAP error message FTR_TRD005 indicates that the system is unable to reverse a business transaction associated with a specific external ID. This error typically occurs in the context of financial transactions, particularly in the area of treasury and risk management.
  Causes:
  
  Transaction Status: The transaction you are trying to reverse may not be in a status that allows for reversal. For example, if the transaction has already been settled or fully processed, it may not be eligible for reversal.
  External ID Issues: The external ID provided may not correspond to any existing transaction in the system, or it may have been incorrectly entered.
  Authorization Issues: The user attempting to reverse the transaction may not have the necessary authorizations to perform this action.
  System Configuration: There may be configuration settings in the system that prevent the reversal of certain types of transactions.
  Dependencies on Other Transactions: The transaction may be linked to other transactions that need to be reversed first.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Transaction Status: Verify the status of the transaction associated with the external ID. Ensure that it is in a state that allows for reversal.
  Validate External ID: Double-check the external ID for accuracy. Ensure that it matches the ID of an existing transaction in the system.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to reverse the transaction. If not, contact your system administrator to obtain the required authorizations.
  Consult Configuration Settings: Review the configuration settings related to transaction reversals in the SAP system. This may require assistance from a functional consultant or system administrator.
  Check for Dependencies: Investigate if there are any dependent transactions that need to be addressed before the reversal can be processed.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP that pertain to treasury and risk management, such as FTR_EDIT (to edit financial transactions) or FTR_DISPLAY (to display financial transactions).
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review the SAP documentation related to treasury management for more insights into transaction handling and reversal processes.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in treasury and risk management.