How To Fix TPM_TRM2245 - Payment direction for update type &1 is not defined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TPM_TRM2 - Migration to Enterprise 2.0

• Message number: 245

• Message text: Payment direction for update type &1 is not defined

What causes this issue?

Update type &V1& is designated as relevant for Cash Management. To make
it possible for the system to correctly process flows with this update
type during a cash management update, you have to enter the payment
direction for this update type in Customizing.

System Response

If the correct Customizing settings are not made, an error occurs during
the cash management update.

How to fix this error?

Enter the payment direction in the <ZK>Specifying Update Types for
Securities Account Management</> IMG activity.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TPM_TRM2245 - Payment direction for update type &1 is not defined ?

  The SAP error message TPM_TRM2245, which states "Payment direction for update type &1 is not defined," typically occurs in the context of Treasury and Risk Management (TRM) when there is an issue with the configuration of payment directions for specific update types in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The error usually indicates that the payment direction for the specified update type (represented by &1) has not been defined in the system. This can happen if the configuration settings for payment directions are incomplete or incorrect.
  Incorrect Update Type: The update type being referenced may not be valid or may not have been set up properly in the system.
  Custom Developments: If there are custom developments or enhancements in the system, they may not be handling the payment direction correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the configuration settings for Treasury and Risk Management in your SAP system.
  Look for the section related to payment directions and ensure that the payment direction for the specified update type is defined.
  You can typically find this in the customizing settings under SPRO -> Financial Supply Chain Management -> Treasury and Risk Management -> Payments -> Define Payment Directions.
  
  
  
  Define Payment Direction:
  
  If the payment direction is missing, you will need to create a new entry for the update type in question. Ensure that you specify the correct parameters for the payment direction.
  
  
  
  Validate Update Type:
  
  Ensure that the update type being referenced in the error message is valid and correctly configured in the system. You may need to check the documentation or consult with your SAP functional team to confirm the correct update types.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the transaction or process that triggered the error to ensure that the issue has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to Treasury and Risk Management for any additional guidance or specific configurations that may be required.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the configuration and update types, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as TPM1, TPM2, etc., which are used for managing Treasury transactions.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional insights into configuration requirements.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the TPM_TRM2245 error and ensure that your payment directions are correctly configured in the SAP system.