How To Fix 69057 - & cannot be calculated because no flow records exist

69057 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 69 - Central Functions of Financial Asset Management

• Message number: 057

• Message text: & cannot be calculated because no flow records exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 69057 - & cannot be calculated because no flow records exist ?

  The SAP error message 69057, which states "Cannot be calculated because no flow records exist," typically occurs in the context of SAP's Controlling (CO) module, particularly when dealing with cost center accounting, internal orders, or profitability analysis. This error indicates that the system is unable to perform a calculation because it cannot find any relevant flow records (e.g., cost flows, revenue flows) in the database.
  Causes:
  
  No Flow Records: The most direct cause is that there are no flow records available for the specified period or object. This could happen if no transactions have been posted to the relevant cost center, internal order, or profitability segment.
  Incorrect Selection Criteria: The selection criteria used in the report or transaction may be too restrictive, leading to no records being found.
  Data Not Updated: If the data has not been updated or posted correctly, it may lead to a lack of flow records.
  Period Closure: If the period