How To Fix RY905 - Calculation of Greeks for American options is currently not supported


RY905 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: RY - Messages for RM Basis

  • Message number: 905

  • Message text: Calculation of Greeks for American options is currently not supported

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RY905 - Calculation of Greeks for American options is currently not supported ?
    The SAP error message RY905, which states "Calculation of Greeks for American options is currently not supported," typically arises in the context of financial applications that deal with options pricing and risk management. This error indicates that the system is unable to calculate the Greeks (Delta, Gamma, Theta, Vega, Rho) for American-style options due to limitations in the underlying model or configuration.
    
    Cause: Model Limitations: The pricing model being used may not support the calculation of Greeks for American options. Many models, such as the Black-Scholes model, are designed for European options, which can only be exercised at expiration.
    Configuration Issues: The system may not be properly configured to handle American options, or the necessary parameters for the calculation may be missing or incorrectly set. Software Version: The version of the SAP application you are using may not have the functionality to calculate Greeks for American options.
    Solution: Check Documentation: Review the SAP documentation for the

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