How To Fix 64630 - Debit/credit indicator not maintained for flow type &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 64 - Treasury Management: Securities

• Message number: 630

• Message text: Debit/credit indicator not maintained for flow type &

What causes this issue?

The debit/credit indicator is missing for the transaction type entered.

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?

Maintain the debit/credit indicator for the transaction type entered
in the transaction types configuration menu option.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 64630 - Debit/credit indicator not maintained for flow type & ?

  The SAP error message 64630, which states "Debit/credit indicator not maintained for flow type &," typically occurs in the context of financial transactions, particularly when dealing with flow types in the SAP system. This error indicates that the system cannot determine whether a particular flow type should be treated as a debit or a credit because the relevant indicator has not been set up.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The primary cause of this error is that the debit/credit indicator for the specified flow type has not been maintained in the system. Flow types are used in various financial processes, and each flow type should have a corresponding debit/credit indicator to define how it affects the financial statements.
  Incorrect Flow Type: The flow type being used may not be valid or may not have been properly configured in the system.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or enhancements in the system, they may not have accounted for the necessary configurations for certain flow types.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to maintain the debit/credit indicator for the specified flow type. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen.
  Navigate to the following path: SPRO -> SAP Reference IMG -> Financial Accounting (New) -> Financial Accounting Global Settings (New) -> Document -> Document Types -> Define Document Types.
  
  
  
  Maintain Flow Type:
  
  Find the relevant flow type that is causing the error.
  Ensure that the debit/credit indicator is set correctly for that flow type. This is usually done in the configuration for the specific flow type under the relevant financial module (e.g., Controlling, Asset Accounting, etc.).
  
  
  
  Check for Validity:
  
  Ensure that the flow type is valid and is being used in the correct context. If it is a custom flow type, verify that it has been properly defined.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the transaction again to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the correct settings, consult the SAP documentation or reach out to your SAP support team for guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Flow Types: Flow types are used in various SAP modules to categorize financial transactions. Each flow type should have a defined debit/credit indicator to ensure proper accounting treatment.
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like OBY6 (for defining document types) or OB37 (for maintaining flow types) depending on your specific requirements.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional information or solutions related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message 64630 and ensure that your financial transactions are processed correctly in SAP.