How To Fix 69105 - For flow category &, only calculation category & is allowed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 105

• Message text: For flow category &, only calculation category & is allowed

What causes this issue?

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?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 69105 - For flow category &, only calculation category & is allowed ?

  The SAP error message 69105, which states "For flow category &, only calculation category & is allowed," typically occurs in the context of financial accounting or controlling when there is a mismatch between the flow category and the calculation category in a transaction or configuration.
  Cause:
  This error usually arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Configuration Mismatch: The flow category defined in the system does not match the allowed calculation category for that specific flow. This can happen if the configuration settings in the system are not aligned with the business requirements or if there have been recent changes to the configuration.
  Incorrect Data Entry: During data entry, the user may have selected an incorrect flow category that is not compatible with the calculation category defined in the system.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or enhancements in the system, they may not adhere to the standard flow and calculation category mappings.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the flow and calculation categories in the relevant module (e.g., Financial Accounting or Controlling).
  Verify that the flow category you are trying to use is correctly mapped to the appropriate calculation category.
  
  
  
  Review Transaction Data:
  
  Check the transaction or document that triggered the error. Ensure that the flow category selected is valid and corresponds to the allowed calculation category.
  If necessary, correct the data entry and reprocess the transaction.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources related to flow and calculation categories to understand the valid combinations and any specific business rules that may apply.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  If changes are made to the configuration, perform testing in a development or quality assurance environment to ensure that the error does not occur again.
  
  
  
  Seek Help from SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support or consulting with an SAP expert who can provide deeper insights into the specific configuration and business processes in your system.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Flow Categories: These are used to classify different types of financial flows (e.g., revenues, expenses) in the system.
  Calculation Categories: These define how the system calculates values for different types of flows.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes (e.g., OBY6 for financial accounting configuration) to navigate the configuration settings effectively.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.