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How To Fix TPM_TRAC1787 - Cannot determine debit/credit indicator for position &1 in document &2


SAP Error Message - Details

  • Message type: E = Error

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

  • Message number: 787

  • Message text: Cannot determine debit/credit indicator for position &1 in document &2

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TPM_TRAC1787 - Cannot determine debit/credit indicator for position &1 in document &2 ?

    The SAP error message TPM_TRAC1787 indicates that the system is unable to determine the debit/credit indicator for a specific position in a financial document. This error typically occurs in the context of Treasury and Risk Management (TRM) when processing transactions related to financial instruments.

    Cause:

    The error can arise due to several reasons, including:

    1. Missing Configuration: The debit/credit indicator may not be properly configured for the financial instrument or transaction type in the system.
    2. Incorrect Document Type: The document type used may not be compatible with the expected debit/credit indicators.
    3. Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies or missing data in the relevant master data or transaction data that prevent the system from determining the correct indicator.
    4. Position Management Issues: The position in question may not be correctly set up or may not have the necessary attributes defined.

    Solution:

    To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:

    1. Check Configuration:

      • Review the configuration settings for the financial instruments involved. Ensure that the debit/credit indicators are correctly defined for the relevant transaction types and document types.
      • Navigate to the configuration settings in the SAP system (usually found in the SPRO transaction) and verify the settings under Treasury and Risk Management.
    2. Review Document Type:

      • Ensure that the document type used in the transaction is appropriate and that it has the necessary settings for debit/credit indicators.
    3. Validate Master Data:

      • Check the master data for the financial instruments involved. Ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly and that there are no inconsistencies.
    4. Analyze Transaction Data:

      • Look at the specific transaction that generated the error. Check for any missing or incorrect entries that could affect the debit/credit determination.
    5. Consult Documentation:

      • Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on the specific error message and related configuration settings.
    6. Debugging:

      • If you have access to debugging tools, you can analyze the program logic to see where the determination of the debit/credit indicator is failing.
    7. Contact SAP Support:

      • If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. Provide them with the error message details and any relevant transaction data.

    Related Information:

    • Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP related to Treasury and Risk Management, such as TPM1, TPM2, TPM3, etc.
    • SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide specific fixes or patches.
    • User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed.

    By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.

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