How To Fix 67348 - Flow type already exists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 67 - Loans Messages - Financial Assets Management

• Message number: 348

• Message text: Flow type already exists

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 67348 - Flow type already exists ?

  The SAP error message 67348, "Flow type already exists," typically occurs in the context of SAP Controlling (CO) when you are trying to create or modify a flow type that already exists in the system. Flow types are used in various SAP modules, including Profitability Analysis (CO-PA) and Cost Center Accounting (CCA), to define how costs and revenues are tracked and reported.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Entry: The most common cause of this error is that you are attempting to create a new flow type with a code that is already in use in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration settings where the system is not recognizing the uniqueness of the flow type.
  Transport Issues: If you are transporting configurations from one environment to another (e.g., from development to production), there may be conflicts with existing flow types.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Existing Flow Types: Before creating a new flow type, check the existing flow types in the system to ensure that the one you are trying to create does not already exist. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration area in SAP.
  
  Use transaction code KSV1 (for CO-PA) or OKB9 (for CCA) to view existing flow types.
  
  
  
  Modify Existing Flow Type: If the flow type you are trying to create already exists, consider modifying the existing flow type instead of creating a new one.
  
  
  Use a Different Code: If you need to create a new flow type, choose a different code that does not conflict with existing entries.
  
  
  Check Transport Requests: If the issue arises after a transport, check the transport requests to ensure that there are no conflicts with existing configurations.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files related to flow types for additional guidance on how to manage them.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for managing flow types, such as KSV1, OKB9, and others related to CO configuration.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to flow types and this specific error message.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to create or modify flow types in the system.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or CO module expert for further assistance.