How To Fix 69477 - Flow category & not permitted for contract type & for condition types

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 477

• Message text: Flow category & not permitted for contract type & for condition types

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 69477 - Flow category & not permitted for contract type & for condition types ?

  The SAP error message 69477 typically indicates that there is a mismatch or an issue with the flow category assigned to a specific contract type and condition type in the SAP system. This error often arises in the context of pricing and contract management, particularly when dealing with condition records in sales and distribution (SD) or materials management (MM).
  Cause:
  
  Flow Category Mismatch: The flow category defined for the condition type does not match the flow category expected for the contract type. Each contract type may have specific flow categories that are allowed, and if the condition type does not align with these, the error will occur.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a configuration issue in the pricing procedure or the condition type settings that leads to this error.
  Incorrect Condition Records: The condition records may have been set up incorrectly, leading to a conflict with the contract type.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the relevant contract type and condition type in the SAP system.
  Ensure that the flow category assigned to the condition type is compatible with the contract type.
  You can check this in the SPRO transaction under the relevant pricing procedure settings.
  
  
  
  Adjust Condition Types:
  
  If necessary, modify the condition types to ensure they are aligned with the flow categories permitted for the contract type.
  You may need to create new condition types if the existing ones do not meet the requirements.
  
  
  
  Review Condition Records:
  
  Check the condition records for the specific condition type to ensure they are correctly set up and do not reference incompatible contract types.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on flow categories and their relationship with contract types and condition types.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, perform tests to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the pricing and contract management processes work as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Flow Categories: Flow categories are used in SAP to define how certain transactions or conditions are processed. They can be related to sales, purchasing, or other business processes.
  Condition Types: These are used in pricing procedures to determine how prices are calculated for sales orders, contracts, etc.
  Contract Types: Different contract types in SAP may have specific rules and configurations that dictate how they interact with pricing and conditions.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with an SAP functional consultant or refer to SAP support for further assistance.