How To Fix FTVV_MESSAGES445 - Order number &1 already exists for the same day

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FTVV_MESSAGES - Reporting Financial Assets Management

• Message number: 445

• Message text: Order number &1 already exists for the same day

What causes this issue?

At this time, you cannot enter several orders with a premium on the
same day.

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?

Reverse order number &V1& (if it has already been posted) and delete
it.
Enter a new order using the total amount of both orders.

Procedure for System Administrators

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FTVV_MESSAGES445 - Order number &1 already exists for the same day ?

  The SAP error message FTVV_MESSAGES445 indicates that there is an attempt to create or process an order with a specific order number that already exists for the same day. This error typically arises in the context of financial transactions, particularly in modules related to financial accounting or controlling.
  Cause:
  
  
  Duplicate Order Number: The primary cause of this error is that the system is trying to create a new order with an order number that has already been assigned to another order on the same day. This can happen if:
  
  The order number is generated automatically and the same number is being reused.
  There is a manual entry error where the same order number is entered twice.
  
  
  
  Configuration Settings: The system may be configured to prevent duplicate order numbers for a specific date range, leading to this error when a duplicate is detected.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Existing Orders: Verify if the order number in question already exists in the system for the same day. You can do this by:
  
  Using transaction codes like VA03 (Display Sales Order) or ME23N (Display Purchase Order) to check for existing orders.
  Running reports that list orders created on that specific day.
  
  
  
  Use a Different Order Number: If you find that the order number is indeed in use, you will need to either:
  
  Use a different order number for the new transaction.
  If the order is no longer needed, consider deleting or archiving the existing order (if applicable and allowed by your business processes).
  
  
  
  Review Number Ranges: If the order numbers are generated automatically, check the number range settings in the configuration:
  
  Go to the relevant configuration settings in SPRO (SAP Project Reference Object) to ensure that the number range is set up correctly and that it allows for sufficient unique numbers.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review any relevant documentation or guidelines provided by your organization regarding order number management to ensure compliance with internal processes.
  
  
  Contact Support: If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to order management, such as VA01 (Create Sales Order), VA02 (Change Sales Order), and ME21N (Create Purchase Order).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to create or modify orders in the system, as restrictions may also lead to errors.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and prevent it from occurring in the future.