How To Fix T0474 - Reference interest rate &1 not defined (used in curve type &2, crcy &3)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: T0 - General Treasury

• Message number: 474

• Message text: Reference interest rate &1 not defined (used in curve type &2, crcy &3)

What causes this issue?

The reference interest rate for the yield curve you have selected is not
defined in the database.

System Response

The function you have chosen is not executed for this reference interest
rate.

How to fix this error?

You can maintain the yield curve data in the menu via:
MARKET DATA -> CURRENT SETTINGS -> ENTER REFERENCE INTEREST RATES

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message T0474 - Reference interest rate &1 not defined (used in curve type &2, crcy &3) ?

  The SAP error message T0474 indicates that a reference interest rate is not defined in the system for a specific curve type and currency. This error typically arises in the context of financial applications, particularly when dealing with interest rate calculations, such as in treasury management or financial instruments.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The reference interest rate specified in the error message is not defined in the system. This could be due to a missing entry in the interest rate configuration tables.
  Incorrect Curve Type: The curve type mentioned in the error may not be correctly set up or may not correspond to the reference interest rate.
  Currency Issues: The currency specified may not have a corresponding reference interest rate defined in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Define the Reference Interest Rate:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP for interest rates. This is typically found under the Financial Services (FS) module.
  Navigate to the relevant section for defining interest rates and ensure that the reference interest rate is created for the specified currency and curve type.
  Use transaction codes like OB08 (for maintaining exchange rates) or TCURR (for currency conversion) if applicable.
  
  
  
  Check Curve Type Configuration:
  
  Verify that the curve type is correctly configured and that it is linked to the appropriate reference interest rates.
  Ensure that the curve type is active and properly set up in the system.
  
  
  
  Review Currency Settings:
  
  Ensure that the currency in question is correctly set up in the system and that it has the necessary reference interest rates defined.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific steps on how to define interest rates and configure curve types.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the transaction or process that triggered the error to ensure that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for interest rate configuration, such as OB08, TCURR, or any specific transaction related to financial instruments.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to interest rate configuration.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to interest rate configurations in the system.
  Documentation: Review SAP Help Portal or other SAP documentation for detailed guidance on configuring interest rates and curve types.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant specializing in financial applications.