How To Fix TPM_TRAC1521 - Pstg key &1 not suitable for posting to cust. acct in parallel val. areas

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TPM_TRAC1 - Treasury: Messages on Accounting Adaptor

• Message number: 521

• Message text: Pstg key &1 not suitable for posting to cust. acct in parallel val. areas

What causes this issue?

A posting to a customer account should be made in a parallel valuation
area using posting specification &V2&. A posting key for a G/L account
posting has to be entered for the posting to the reconciliation account
of the customer. Posting key &V1&, which was used for the posting, does
not meet this requirement.
Posting specification &V2& is assigned to update type &v3& for valuation
area '&V4&'.

System Response

Error messages appear when you try to post to the parallel valuation
areas.

How to fix this error?

Change the posting key to one that meets the requirement.

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.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TPM_TRAC1521 - Pstg key &1 not suitable for posting to cust. acct in parallel val. areas ?

  The SAP error message TPM_TRAC1521 indicates that there is an issue with the posting key in the context of parallel valuation areas in the Treasury and Risk Management (TRM) module. This error typically arises when there is a mismatch or inconsistency in the configuration of the posting keys or the valuation areas.
  Cause:
  
  
  Inconsistent Posting Keys: The posting key specified in the transaction is not suitable for the customer account in the context of parallel valuation areas. This can happen if the posting key is not defined for the specific valuation area or if it does not match the expected configuration.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the valuation areas, such as missing or incorrect settings in the Financial Accounting (FI) or Controlling (CO) modules.
  
  
  Account Determination: The account determination for the specific transaction may not be set up correctly, leading to the error when trying to post to the customer account.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Posting Key Configuration: Review the configuration of the posting keys in the system. Ensure that the posting key being used is valid for the customer account and the relevant valuation area.
  
  
  Review Valuation Area Settings: Check the settings for the valuation areas in the system. Ensure that the necessary configurations are in place for the parallel valuation areas and that they align with the posting keys.
  
  
  Account Determination: Verify the account determination settings for the transaction. Ensure that the correct accounts are assigned for the relevant posting keys and valuation areas.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the TPM_TRAC1521 error. This may provide additional insights into the configuration settings that need to be adjusted.
  
  
  Testing: After making any changes, perform tests to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that postings can be made successfully.
  
  
  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 transaction codes related to Treasury and Risk Management, such as TPM1, TPM2, and others, to navigate the configuration settings effectively.
  User Forums: Consider visiting SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, providing insights or solutions from other users.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with an SAP expert or your organization's SAP support team for further assistance.