How To Fix J3370 - Field 'Strike' is incorrectly filled

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: J3 - Dialog Messages for Data Pool Entry Transactions

• Message number: 370

• Message text: Field 'Strike' is incorrectly filled

What causes this issue?

The strike price was not correctly filled during the external data
transfer of an option on futures.

System Response

The transaction has been marked as containing errors and cannot be
processed.

How to fix this error?

Depending on the quotation type of the underlying, one of the following
fields has to be filled: BSTRIKE, PKSTRIKE or IPSTRIKE.

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

Quotation type of underlying Strike
Percent / inv. percent IPSTRIKE
Point quotation PKSTRIKE
Price quotation BSTRIKE

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message J3370 - Field 'Strike' is incorrectly filled ?

  The SAP error message J3370, which states "Field 'Strike' is incorrectly filled," typically occurs in the context of financial transactions, particularly in derivatives or options trading within the SAP system. This error indicates that the value entered in the 'Strike' field does not meet the expected criteria or format defined by the system.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Value: The value entered in the 'Strike' field may not be a valid number or may be outside the acceptable range.
  Incorrect Format: The format of the value may not conform to the expected format (e.g., decimal places, currency).
  Missing Data: The 'Strike' field may be required but left blank or not filled in correctly.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that define how the 'Strike' field should be populated, and these settings may not be aligned with the data being entered.
  Business Logic: The business rules defined in the system may require certain conditions to be met for the 'Strike' field to be valid.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Input Value: Verify that the value entered in the 'Strike' field is correct, valid, and within the expected range.
  Correct Format: Ensure that the value is in the correct format as required by the system (e.g., number of decimal places).
  Fill Required Fields: Make sure that all mandatory fields, including the 'Strike' field, are filled out correctly.
  Review Configuration: Consult with your SAP administrator or technical team to review the configuration settings related to the 'Strike' field and ensure they are set up correctly.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on how to fill out the 'Strike' field correctly.
  Error Logs: Check error logs or system messages for additional context that may help identify the specific issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Look for SAP Notes related to this error message for any patches or updates that may address the issue.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that may help in troubleshooting or correcting the data entry (e.g., transaction codes related to derivatives or financial instruments).
  User Training: Ensure that users entering data into the system are trained on the correct procedures and requirements for filling out financial fields like 'Strike'.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support or your internal IT team for further assistance.