How To Fix VAL240 - No NPV decomposition found for NPV category &3, transaction &1 on &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 240

• Message text: No NPV decomposition found for NPV category &3, transaction &1 on &2

What causes this issue?

No NPV decomposition found for the transaction.

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?

Use TPM60CVA to calculate the decomposition of market values (spot,
forward, CCBS, and other components).

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VAL240 - No NPV decomposition found for NPV category &3, transaction &1 on &2 ?

  The SAP error message VAL240 indicates that there is no Net Present Value (NPV) decomposition found for a specific NPV category in a given transaction on a specific date. This error typically arises in the context of financial valuation processes, particularly when dealing with asset valuations or investment appraisals.
  Cause:
  
  
  Missing NPV Decomposition: The primary cause of this error is that the system cannot find the required NPV decomposition data for the specified NPV category. This could be due to:
  
  The NPV category not being defined in the system.
  The decomposition data not being maintained or configured correctly.
  The transaction or valuation date not having the necessary data available.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration settings related to the valuation area or the specific NPV category.
  
  
  Data Inconsistencies: There could be inconsistencies or missing data in the underlying tables that store NPV decomposition information.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check NPV Category Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for NPV categories in the SAP system (transaction code SPRO).
  Ensure that the NPV category in question is defined and that the necessary decomposition data is maintained.
  
  
  
  Maintain Decomposition Data:
  
  If the decomposition data is missing, you may need to create or update it. This can typically be done through the relevant transaction codes or configuration settings in the SAP system.
  
  
  
  Review Transaction Data:
  
  Check the specific transaction (identified by &1) and the date (&2) to ensure that all necessary data is present and correctly entered.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources related to NPV calculations and decomposition to ensure that all required steps have been followed.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the configuration and data, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide insights specific to your system configuration or version.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  SPRO: For configuration settings.
  VAL1: For asset valuation.
  VAL2: For valuation adjustments.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to NPV calculations and the VAL240 error message. SAP Notes often contain patches or additional guidance for resolving specific issues.
  
  
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for detailed documentation on financial valuation processes and NPV calculations.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the VAL240 error and implement a solution to resolve it.