How To Fix VAL014 - Position Management Procedure &1 is not valid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VAL - Treasury: Messages for General Valuation

• Message number: 014

• Message text: Position Management Procedure &1 is not valid

What causes this issue?

The position management procedures with setting "Manage Assets and
Liabilities Balance Sheet Account" can not be used for hedge positions.

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 VAL014 - Position Management Procedure &1 is not valid ?

  The SAP error message VAL014, which states "Position Management Procedure &1 is not valid," typically occurs in the context of SAP's Position Management functionality, often related to the Human Capital Management (HCM) module. This error indicates that the specified position management procedure is not recognized or is not valid in the current context.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The position management procedure may not be properly configured in the system.
  Missing Entries: The procedure might not exist in the relevant configuration tables or may have been deleted or deactivated.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified position management procedure.
  Data Entry Errors: There could be a typographical error in the procedure name or code when it was entered in the transaction.
  System Version Issues: The procedure may not be supported in the current version of the SAP system being used.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the configuration settings for Position Management in the SAP system (usually found in the IMG under Personnel Management).
  Verify that the position management procedure is correctly defined and active.
  
  
  
  Validate Procedure:
  
  Ensure that the procedure code you are using is correct and exists in the system.
  You can check this by using transaction codes like SPRO to access the configuration or SE11 to look at the relevant database tables.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the position management procedure. This can be checked with the help of your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Correct Data Entry:
  
  Double-check the input for any typographical errors. Ensure that the procedure name is entered correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to Position Management for any specific requirements or changes that may affect the procedure.
  
  
  
  System Update:
  
  If the issue is related to system version compatibility, consider checking for any available updates or patches that may resolve the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PPOME (for position management) and PPOSE (for organizational management).
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to VAL014 in the SAP Support Portal for any known issues or fixes.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups for additional insights and shared experiences regarding this error.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant who specializes in HCM and Position Management.