How To Fix TPM_TRL248 - Inconsistent position change categories for repo transaction &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TPM_TRL - Messages Class Treasury Ledger

• Message number: 248

• Message text: Inconsistent position change categories for repo transaction &1

What causes this issue?

You have selected a flow as position-relevant in the company code
(valuation area) in the repo spot business transaction or forward
business transaction. The other business transaction (forward or spot
business transaction) is not position-relevant.

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?

Change your Customizing settings so that either both or none of the
business transactions are position-relevant.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TPM_TRL248 - Inconsistent position change categories for repo transaction &1 ?

  The SAP error message TPM_TRL248 indicates that there is an inconsistency in the position change categories for a repo transaction. This typically occurs in the context of Treasury and Risk Management (TRM) when dealing with repo transactions in the SAP system.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following issues:
  
  Inconsistent Configuration: The position change categories for the repo transaction may not be properly configured in the system. This can happen if the settings for the transaction types or the related position change categories are not aligned.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be incorrect or incomplete data entries in the transaction that lead to inconsistencies.
  Customizations: If there are custom developments or modifications in the system, they might not be compatible with the standard configuration, leading to this error.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the TPM_TRL248 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for Treasury and Risk Management in your SAP system.
  Verify the position change categories for the relevant repo transaction types. Ensure that they are correctly defined and consistent with the expected settings.
  
  
  
  Review Transaction Data:
  
  Examine the specific repo transaction that triggered the error. Check for any missing or incorrect data entries.
  Ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly and that the data adheres to the expected formats.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to Treasury and Risk Management for any specific guidelines or updates regarding repo transactions and position change categories.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making any changes, test the transaction again to see if the error persists. If it does, further investigation may be required.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue cannot be resolved through configuration or data correction, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. Provide them with the error message details and any relevant transaction information.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Types: Familiarize yourself with the different transaction types in Treasury and Risk Management, especially those related to repo transactions.
  Position Management: Understand how position management works in SAP TRM, including how position change categories are defined and used.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide patches related to this error.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the inconsistency causing the TPM_TRL248 error in your SAP system.