How To Fix TPM_AD206 - Difference procedure: Accrual/deferral method is not consistent (&1,&2)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TPM_AD - Treasury: Accrual/Deferral of Profits

• Message number: 206

• Message text: Difference procedure: Accrual/deferral method is not consistent (&1,&2)

What causes this issue?

You can only use the accrual/deferral method "004 - pro rata with linear
discounting" with the reset procedure.

System Response

Processing is terminated.

How to fix this error?

Change the settings in the corresponding IMG activity.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TPM_AD206 - Difference procedure: Accrual/deferral method is not consistent (&1,&2) ?

  The SAP error message TPM_AD206 indicates that there is an inconsistency in the difference procedure for accruals and deferrals in the context of Treasury and Risk Management (TRM) or Financial Accounting (FI). This error typically arises when the settings for the difference procedure do not align with the expected configuration for the transaction or the financial instrument being processed.
  Cause:
  
  Inconsistent Configuration: The difference procedure defined for the financial instrument or transaction does not match the expected accrual/deferral method in the system.
  Master Data Issues: The master data for the financial instrument may not be set up correctly, leading to discrepancies in how accruals and deferrals are calculated.
  Transaction Type Mismatch: The transaction type used may not be compatible with the defined difference procedure.
  Custom Settings: If there are custom configurations or enhancements in the system, they may not be aligned with standard settings.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration: 
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the difference procedure in the SAP system. Ensure that the accrual/deferral method is correctly defined and consistent with the financial instruments being processed.
  Use transaction code SPRO to navigate to the relevant configuration settings under Financial Accounting (FI) or Treasury Management (TRM).
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the master data for the financial instrument involved in the transaction. Ensure that the settings for accruals and deferrals are correctly maintained.
  Verify that the financial instrument type is correctly assigned to the appropriate difference procedure.
  
  
  
  Transaction Type Validation:
  
  Ensure that the transaction type used in the transaction is compatible with the difference procedure. You may need to adjust the transaction type settings if they are not aligned.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the TPM_AD206 error message for any specific guidance or updates that may address the issue.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  
  
  
  Seek Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO (for configuration), TPM1 (for managing financial instruments), and others that may be relevant to your specific setup.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to TPM_AD206 for any patches or updates that may resolve known issues.
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for detailed documentation on Treasury Management and the specific configurations related to accruals and deferrals.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the inconsistency causing the TPM_AD206 error message.