How To Fix FTR_TREA_MLM001 - No margin limit scenario specified for external account &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FTR_TREA_MLM -

• Message number: 001

• Message text: No margin limit scenario specified for external account &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FTR_TREA_MLM001 - No margin limit scenario specified for external account &1 ?

  The SAP error message FTR_TREA_MLM001 indicates that there is no margin limit scenario specified for an external account in the Treasury module. This error typically arises in the context of financial transactions involving margin limits, which are used to manage risk in trading activities.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  An external account (such as a bank account or a trading account) is being processed, but there is no margin limit scenario defined for that account.
  The system is unable to find the necessary configuration that links the external account to a margin limit scenario, which is essential for processing certain financial transactions.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the configuration settings for margin limits in the SAP system.
  Ensure that a margin limit scenario is defined for the external account in question.
  
  
  
  Define Margin Limit Scenario:
  
  If no margin limit scenario exists, you will need to create one. This can typically be done in the customizing settings of the SAP system (transaction code SPRO).
  Go to Financial Supply Chain Management > Treasury and Risk Management > Transaction Manager > Define Margin Limit Scenarios.
  Create a new margin limit scenario and ensure it is properly linked to the external account.
  
  
  
  Assign Margin Limit Scenario to External Account:
  
  Once the margin limit scenario is defined, ensure that it is assigned to the relevant external account.
  This can usually be done in the account master data settings.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the transaction again to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the configuration steps, refer to the SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as SPRO for configuration, FTR_CREATE for creating financial transactions, or FTR_EDIT for editing existing transactions.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or updates related to this error message.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the configuration settings.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message FTR_TREA_MLM001 and ensure that your external accounts are properly configured for margin limit scenarios.