How To Fix TPM_TRL062 - Short position in accounting code &1, val. area &2, ID No. &4, date &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TPM_TRL - Messages Class Treasury Ledger

• Message number: 062

• Message text: Short position in accounting code &1, val. area &2, ID No. &4, date &3

What causes this issue?

A position in accounting code &V1&, valuation area &V2&, is short on
&V3&.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TPM_TRL062 - Short position in accounting code &1, val. area &2, ID No. &4, date &3 ?

  The SAP error message TPM_TRL062 indicates that there is a short position in a specific accounting code and valuation area for a given ID number and date. This error typically arises in the context of Treasury and Risk Management (TRM) when dealing with financial instruments, such as derivatives or other financial transactions.
  Cause:
  
  
  Short Position: The error suggests that there is a discrepancy in the accounting records where the system expects a certain position (e.g., a long position) but finds a short position instead. This could be due to:
  
  Incorrectly entered transactions.
  Missing or incomplete postings.
  Mismatched valuation areas or accounting codes.
  Incorrectly configured settings in the system.
  
  
  
  Valuation Area Issues: The valuation area specified in the error message may not have the correct settings or may not be properly linked to the accounting code.
  
  
  Date Issues: The date specified in the error may relate to a period where transactions have not been properly recorded or where the accounting period is closed.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Review Transactions: Check the transactions related to the specified ID number and date. Ensure that all relevant transactions have been posted correctly and that there are no missing entries.
  
  
  Check Accounting Codes: Verify that the accounting code used is correct and that it corresponds to the expected position. Ensure that the accounting code is set up correctly in the system.
  
  
  Valuation Area Configuration: Ensure that the valuation area is correctly configured and linked to the relevant accounting codes. Check the settings in the configuration for Treasury and Risk Management.
  
  
  Reconcile Positions: Perform a reconciliation of the positions to ensure that the system reflects the correct long and short positions. This may involve adjusting or correcting entries.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling this error message. The SAP Notes and Knowledge Base Articles may provide additional insights.
  
  
  Contact Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide specific patches or updates that address the issue.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP that pertain to Treasury and Risk Management, such as TPM1, TPM2, TPM3, etc.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to TPM_TRL062 for any known issues or fixes.
  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.