How To Fix TRS0415 - Target position is a short position

TRS0415 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TRS0 - Messages for Reconciliation

• Message number: 415

• Message text: Target position is a short position

What causes this issue?

A transfer posting in a short position is not possible.

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

System Response

How to fix this error?

Clear the short position before the transfer posting or use another
target securities account.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TRS0415 - Target position is a short position ?

  The SAP error message TRS0415, which states "Target position is a short position," typically occurs in the context of Treasury and Risk Management (TRM) when dealing with financial instruments, particularly in the area of position management. This error indicates that the system is trying to perform an operation that is not valid because the target position is a short position, which may not be allowed for the specific transaction or operation you are attempting to execute.
  
  Cause:
  
  Short Position Definition: A short position means that you have sold a financial instrument that you do not own, expecting to buy it back at a lower price. In some contexts, certain operations may not be allowed on short positions.
  Transaction Type: The type of transaction you are trying to execute may not support short positions. For example, certain types of settlements or transfers may only be valid for long positions.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration