How To Fix EPIC_FLOWSCODE027 - Cannot determine cash flow category of item &1 of this document

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EPIC_FLOWSCODE - Messages for flows code

• Message number: 027

• Message text: Cannot determine cash flow category of item &1 of this document

What causes this issue?

The system cannot determine the cash flow category because the open
items that you want to clear have different cash flow categories.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Check the selected open items and select only those items that have the
same cash flow category.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EPIC_FLOWSCODE027 - Cannot determine cash flow category of item &1 of this document ?

  The SAP error message EPIC_FLOWSCODE027 indicates that the system is unable to determine the cash flow category for a specific item in a document. This typically occurs in the context of financial transactions, where the system needs to classify cash flows for reporting and analysis purposes.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Configuration: The cash flow categories may not be properly configured in the system. This can happen if the necessary settings in the cash flow management module are incomplete or incorrect.
  Item Type Issues: The item in question may not have a defined cash flow category associated with its type. This can occur if the item type is not mapped to a cash flow category.
  Document Type Issues: The document type being processed may not have the necessary settings to determine cash flow categories.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies or missing data in the document or item that prevent the system from determining the cash flow category.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for cash flow management in SAP (transaction code SPRO).
  Ensure that cash flow categories are defined and properly assigned to the relevant item types and document types.
  
  
  
  Review Item and Document Types:
  
  Verify that the item type in question has a corresponding cash flow category assigned.
  Check the document type settings to ensure they are configured to allow cash flow categorization.
  
  
  
  Data Validation:
  
  Review the document and item data for any inconsistencies or missing information that could affect cash flow categorization.
  Ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on cash flow category determination and related configuration.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making any changes, test the document processing again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO (for configuration), FB03 (to display documents), and others that may help in troubleshooting.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide specific fixes or updates.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify cash flow settings.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in cash flow management.