How To Fix TEM_MESSAGES_AL131 - Transaction category &1 does not match the sign of the exposure

TEM_MESSAGES_AL131 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TEM_MESSAGES_AL - Messages for TEM-AL Layer

• Message number: 131

• Message text: Transaction category &1 does not match the sign of the exposure

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TEM_MESSAGES_AL131 - Transaction category &1 does not match the sign of the exposure ?

  The SAP error message TEM_MESSAGES_AL131 indicates that there is a mismatch between the transaction category and the sign of the exposure in the context of Treasury and Risk Management (TRM) or similar financial modules. This error typically arises when the system expects a certain type of transaction (e.g., a debit or credit) but receives a transaction that does not align with the expected sign.
  
  Cause:
  
  Transaction Category Mismatch: The transaction category defined in the system does not correspond to the expected sign of the exposure. For example, if the system expects a debit transaction but receives a credit transaction, this error will occur.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for transaction categories may not be set up correctly, leading to inconsistencies in how transactions are processed.
  Data Entry Errors: Manual entry of transaction data may have led to incorrect signs being assigned to transactions.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Transaction Data: Check the transaction that triggered the error. Ensure that