How To Fix TPM_THX1156 - Hedging inst. &1: Desig.units (&2) greater than remaining (&3)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TPM_THX1 - Treasury: Message Class for P-HA

• Message number: 156

• Message text: Hedging inst. &1: Desig.units (&2) greater than remaining (&3)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TPM_THX1156 - Hedging inst. &1: Desig.units (&2) greater than remaining (&3) ?

  The SAP error message TPM_THX1156 typically occurs in the context of Treasury and Risk Management (TRM) when dealing with hedging instruments. This error indicates that the designated units for a hedging instrument exceed the remaining units available for that instrument. Here’s a breakdown of the components of the error message:
  
  Hedging inst. &1: This refers to the specific hedging instrument that is causing the error.
  Desig.units (&2): This indicates the number of designated units that you are trying to assign or use for the hedging instrument.
  Remaining (&3): This shows the number of units that are still available for the hedging instrument.
  
  Cause
  The error is typically caused by one of the following scenarios:
  
  Exceeding Limits: You are trying to designate more units for the hedging instrument than what is available in the system.
  Incorrect Data Entry: There may be a mistake in the data entry where the designated units are incorrectly specified.
  Configuration Issues: There could be issues with the configuration of the hedging instrument or the underlying transaction.
  
  Solution
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Designated Units: Verify the number of designated units you are trying to assign. Ensure that it does not exceed the remaining units available for the hedging instrument.
  
  
  Review Remaining Units: Check the remaining units for the hedging instrument. This can usually be done in the relevant transaction or report in SAP. Make sure that the remaining units are correctly calculated and reflect the actual situation.
  
  
  Adjust Designation: If you find that the designated units are indeed greater than the remaining units, adjust the designated units to a value that is less than or equal to the remaining units.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review the documentation for the hedging instrument to ensure that it is set up correctly and that all parameters are configured as intended.
  
  
  Check for Open Transactions: Ensure that there are no open transactions that might be affecting the availability of units for the hedging instrument.
  
  
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP notes for any known issues related to this error.
  
  
  Related Information
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific fixes or updates related to this error message.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP for managing hedging instruments, such as TPM1, TPM2, or TPM3.
  User Documentation: Refer to user manuals or training materials related to Treasury and Risk Management for additional context on managing hedging instruments.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.