How To Fix FVD_LOS038 - Define derivation value for sales channel &1 and partner &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FVD_LOS - Message Class for Loan Origination

• Message number: 038

• Message text: Define derivation value for sales channel &1 and partner &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FVD_LOS038 - Define derivation value for sales channel &1 and partner &2 ?

  The SAP error message FVD_LOS038 indicates that there is a missing derivation value for a specific sales channel and partner combination in the context of financial services or sales and distribution processes. This error typically arises in scenarios where the system is trying to derive certain values based on the sales channel and partner data, but it cannot find the necessary configuration.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The most common cause of this error is that the derivation rules for the specified sales channel and partner combination have not been defined in the system.
  Incorrect Data Entry: There may be incorrect or incomplete data entered for the sales channel or partner, leading to the inability to find the corresponding derivation value.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or enhancements in the system, they might not be handling the derivation logic correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Define Derivation Values:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP (usually in the SPRO transaction).
  Navigate to the relevant area for defining derivation values for sales channels and partners.
  Ensure that the derivation values for the specified sales channel and partner combination are correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Check Existing Configuration:
  
  Review the existing configuration for sales channels and partners to ensure that they are set up correctly.
  Look for any missing entries or inconsistencies in the configuration.
  
  
  
  Data Validation:
  
  Validate the data entered for the sales channel and partner in the transaction that triggered the error.
  Ensure that the values match those defined in the configuration.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on how to set up derivation values for your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the configuration and data, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SPRO (to access the configuration) or SE11 (to check table definitions) to investigate further.
  Tables: Check relevant tables that store derivation rules and configurations, such as T005 (for country codes) or any custom tables that may have been created for your specific business processes.
  Documentation: SAP Help Portal and community forums can provide additional insights and examples related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement the necessary changes to resolve it.