How To Fix 6C102 - Flow types must have different debit/credit indicators

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 6C - Financial Asset Management Customizing

• Message number: 102

• Message text: Flow types must have different debit/credit indicators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 6C102 - Flow types must have different debit/credit indicators ?

  The SAP error message 6C102 indicates that there is an issue with the flow types in a financial transaction or configuration. Specifically, it means that the flow types being used have the same debit/credit indicators, which is not allowed in the system. Each flow type must have a distinct debit or credit indicator to ensure proper accounting treatment.
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Error: The flow types in the configuration may have been set up incorrectly, leading to two flow types having the same debit/credit indicator.
  Transaction Entry Error: During the entry of a transaction, the user may have selected flow types that are not compatible due to their debit/credit indicators.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or enhancements in the system, they may inadvertently cause this error by not adhering to the flow type rules.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Flow Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for flow types in SAP (Transaction code: OBY6 or SPRO -> Financial Accounting -> General Ledger Accounting -> Business Transactions -> Document Splitting -> Define Flow Types).
  Ensure that each flow type has a unique debit/credit indicator. Adjust the configuration as necessary.
  
  
  
  Review Transaction Entries:
  
  If the error occurs during a specific transaction, review the entries made. Ensure that the selected flow types are appropriate and do not conflict with each other.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on flow types and their configurations.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, perform test transactions to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  
  
  
  Seek Help from SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Flow Types: Flow types are used in SAP to categorize financial transactions and determine how they affect the financial statements.
  Debit/Credit Indicators: These indicators define whether a flow type will increase or decrease an account balance.
  Document Splitting: This is a feature in SAP that allows for the splitting of accounting documents into multiple segments based on defined criteria, which may involve flow types.
  
  By addressing the configuration and ensuring that flow types are set up correctly, you can resolve the error message 6C102 and ensure smooth financial processing in SAP.