How To Fix TPM_CAL017 - Amortization after calculation date: Bus. transaction sequence violated

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TPM_CAL - Treasury: Messages Development Class FTR_VAL_CALCULATOR

• Message number: 017

• Message text: Amortization after calculation date: Bus. transaction sequence violated

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TPM_CAL017 - Amortization after calculation date: Bus. transaction sequence violated ?

  The SAP error message TPM_CAL017 indicates that there is an issue with the amortization process in the context of Treasury and Risk Management (TRM) or Financial Instruments Management (FIM). Specifically, the error message states: "Amortization after calculation date: Business transaction sequence violated." This typically occurs when there is an attempt to process an amortization that is scheduled to occur after a specified calculation date, which violates the expected sequence of business transactions.
  Cause:
  
  Calculation Date Issue: The calculation date set for the amortization process is earlier than the date of the amortization transaction. This can happen if the amortization is scheduled for a future date that is not aligned with the calculation date.
  Transaction Sequence Violation: The system expects transactions to occur in a specific order. If an amortization is attempted after the calculation date, it violates this sequence.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the amortization settings or the financial instrument setup that lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Calculation Date: Review the calculation date set for the amortization process. Ensure that it is correctly aligned with the transaction dates. If necessary, adjust the calculation date to a date that precedes the amortization transaction.
  Review Amortization Schedule: Check the amortization schedule for the financial instrument. Ensure that all scheduled amortizations are correctly set up and that there are no future transactions that conflict with the calculation date.
  Adjust Transaction Dates: If possible, adjust the dates of the transactions involved to ensure that they comply with the expected sequence.
  Configuration Review: If the issue persists, review the configuration settings for the financial instruments and amortization processes in your SAP system. Ensure that they are set up correctly according to your business requirements.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling amortization and calculation dates in your version of SAP.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as TPM1 (Manage Financial Instruments) or TPM2 (Manage Amortization) to help navigate the system.
  User Forums: Consider visiting SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  If the problem continues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP Treasury and Risk Management for further assistance.