How To Fix TPM_TRG165 - Accounting principle must be unique for each valuation area

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 165

• Message text: Accounting principle must be unique for each valuation area

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TPM_TRG165 - Accounting principle must be unique for each valuation area ?

  The SAP error message TPM_TRG165 indicates that there is a conflict in the accounting principles assigned to a valuation area in the context of Treasury and Risk Management (TRM). Specifically, it means that the accounting principle you are trying to assign is already in use for another valuation area, and each valuation area must have a unique accounting principle.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Accounting Principles: The accounting principle you are trying to assign to a valuation area is already assigned to another valuation area.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the settings for valuation areas and accounting principles in the system.
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect data entry while setting up or modifying valuation areas or accounting principles.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Existing Assignments:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for Treasury and Risk Management.
  Check the existing assignments of accounting principles to valuation areas to identify any duplicates.
  
  
  
  Modify Assignments:
  
  If you find that the accounting principle is already assigned to another valuation area, you will need to either:
  
  Change the accounting principle for the valuation area you are trying to modify.
  Reassign the accounting principle to a different valuation area if necessary.
  
  
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the configuration for valuation areas and accounting principles is set up correctly. This may involve reviewing the customizing settings in the SAP system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for detailed guidance on managing accounting principles and valuation areas.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the configuration to ensure that the error does not reoccur and that the system behaves as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like TPM1, TPM2, or TPM3 to manage Treasury and Risk Management settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to accounting principles and valuation areas.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP Treasury and Risk Management for further assistance.