You have a transaction request of 100 MW on a scheduled path with an ATC of 95 MW. What should you do?

In this scenario, the transaction request of 100 MW exceeds the available transfer capability (ATC) of 95 MW. The ATC represents the maximum amount of electric power that can be transferred over a specific path without risking system reliability, and it is crucial to adhere to this limit to maintain the integrity and stability of the power grid.

Approving a transaction request that exceeds the ATC would pose a significant risk of overloading the transmission system, potentially leading to reliability issues, such as equipment damage or outages. The 5% allowance does not apply universally; instead, requests must strictly comply with the established ATC to ensure the safety and reliability of the network.

Thus, the only prudent course of action is to deny the request since it does not meet the safe operating parameters defined by the ATC.