How To Fix 68677 - Error while reading proc. cat./flow type table for CoCd & (TDB1)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 68 - Message for DARWIN Loans (continued)

• Message number: 677

• Message text: Error while reading proc. cat./flow type table for CoCd & (TDB1)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 68677 - Error while reading proc. cat./flow type table for CoCd & (TDB1) ?

  The SAP error message 68677, which states "Error while reading proc. cat./flow type table for CoCd & (TDB1)," typically occurs in the context of financial or controlling modules, particularly when dealing with cost centers, internal orders, or other financial objects. This error indicates that there is an issue with reading the process category or flow type table for a specific company code (CoCd).
  Causes:
  
  Missing Configuration: The process category or flow type may not be properly configured in the system for the specified company code.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies or missing entries in the relevant tables (e.g., TDB1) that are required for the operation.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the required data.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was recently transported from another system, there may have been issues during the transport process that led to missing or incomplete data.
  System Errors: There could be underlying system errors or bugs that are causing the issue.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Configuration: Verify that the process categories and flow types are correctly configured for the specified company code. This can be done in the configuration settings of the controlling module.
  
  Transaction Code: SPRO (SAP Project Reference Object)
  Path: Controlling -> Cost Center Accounting -> Master Data -> Cost Center -> Define Process Categories
  
  
  
  Review Table Entries: Check the relevant tables (like TDB1) to ensure that the necessary entries exist for the company code in question.
  
  You can use transaction SE16 or SE11 to view the table entries.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the required data. This can be checked in transaction SU53 or by consulting with your security team.
  
  
  Transport Logs: If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs for any errors or warnings that might indicate what went wrong during the transport process.
  
  
  System Logs: Review the system logs (transaction SM21) for any related errors or warnings that could provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that might address this specific error message or provide patches or updates.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE16 (Data Browser), SE11 (Data Dictionary), SPRO (Customizing), and SM21 (System Log).
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to controlling and financial accounting for more insights into process categories and flow types.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution.