How To Fix THMHR_ADMIN018 - Commodity forward &1 in company code &2 can only hedge price risk

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: THMHR_ADMIN - Messages for managing hedge relationships

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Commodity forward &1 in company code &2 can only hedge price risk

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message THMHR_ADMIN018 - Commodity forward &1 in company code &2 can only hedge price risk ?

  The SAP error message THMHR_ADMIN018 indicates that there is an issue related to commodity hedging in the context of a specific company code. The message states that the commodity forward in question can only hedge price risk, which suggests that the system is trying to perform an operation that is not allowed for the specified commodity forward.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The commodity forward may not be configured correctly in the system to allow for the type of risk management you are trying to perform.
  Hedging Type: The commodity forward might be set up to only hedge price risk, and you may be attempting to hedge other types of risks (e.g., volume risk, currency risk) that are not supported.
  Company Code Restrictions: The company code specified may have restrictions or settings that limit the types of hedging that can be performed.
  Data Entry Error: There may be an error in the data entry related to the commodity forward or the company code.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings for the commodity forward in the SAP system. Ensure that it is set up correctly to allow for the desired type of hedging.
  Check Hedging Type: Verify that you are attempting to hedge the correct type of risk. If the commodity forward is only meant to hedge price risk, ensure that your transactions align with this limitation.
  Company Code Settings: Review the settings for the company code in question. Ensure that there are no restrictions that would prevent the hedging operation you are trying to perform.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on the specific commodity and hedging configurations.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who can provide more detailed assistance based on your specific configuration and requirements.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Help Portal: You can find detailed documentation on commodity management and hedging in the SAP Help Portal.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes related to commodity management, such as THM (Treasury Management) transactions.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP user communities or forums where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.