How To Fix TPM_TRG143 - General valuation class is initial

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TPM_TRG - Treasury Position Management: Cross-Package Messages

• Message number: 143

• Message text: General valuation class is initial

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TPM_TRG143 - General valuation class is initial ?

  The SAP error message TPM_TRG143: General valuation class is initial typically occurs in the context of Treasury and Risk Management (TRM) when there is an issue with the valuation class of a financial instrument or transaction. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a valid valuation class for the transaction being processed, which is necessary for proper accounting and valuation.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Valuation Class: The valuation class for the financial instrument or transaction has not been defined in the system.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings for the financial instruments in the Treasury module may not be set up correctly.
  Master Data Issues: The master data for the financial instrument may be incomplete or incorrectly maintained, leading to the absence of a valuation class.
  Transaction Type Issues: The transaction type being used may not be linked to a valid valuation class in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for Treasury and Risk Management and ensure that the valuation classes are properly defined for the relevant financial instruments.
  Use transaction code SPRO to access the configuration menu and navigate to the relevant sections for Treasury.
  
  
  
  Maintain Valuation Class:
  
  Ensure that the valuation class is maintained in the master data of the financial instrument. You can check this in the transaction where the financial instrument is created or modified (e.g., using transaction code TPM1 for creating a financial transaction).
  
  
  
  Review Transaction Types:
  
  Check the transaction type being used and ensure that it is correctly linked to a valuation class. This can be done in the configuration settings for transaction types in Treasury.
  
  
  
  Check Master Data:
  
  Review the master data for the financial instrument to ensure that all required fields, including the valuation class, are filled out correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the valuation class settings and requirements for your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the transaction again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as TPM1 (Create Financial Transaction), TPM2 (Change Financial Transaction), and TPM3 (Display Financial Transaction).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or patches that may address the issue.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify the relevant configuration and master data.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant specializing in Treasury and Risk Management.