How To Fix FSTCP_FWTR053 - Flow type &1 not available for contract type &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FSTCP_FWTR - Message Class for Forward Securities Transaction

• Message number: 053

• Message text: Flow type &1 not available for contract type &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FSTCP_FWTR053 - Flow type &1 not available for contract type &2 ?

  The SAP error message FSTCP_FWTR053 indicates that a specific flow type is not available for a given contract type in the context of financial transactions, particularly in the area of treasury and risk management. This error typically arises when there is an attempt to process a transaction that requires a flow type that has not been defined or is not valid for the specified contract type.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The flow type you are trying to use may not be configured for the specified contract type in the system.
  Incorrect Contract Type: The contract type being used may not support the flow type you are trying to process.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or enhancements, they may not have been properly aligned with the standard configurations.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a mistake in the data entry where the wrong contract type or flow type is being referenced.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP for Treasury and Risk Management.
  Verify that the flow type is correctly defined for the specified contract type.
  You can check this in the customizing settings under Financial Supply Chain Management > Treasury and Risk Management > Transaction Manager > Define Flow Types.
  
  
  
  Review Contract Type:
  
  Ensure that the contract type you are using is appropriate for the flow type you are trying to process.
  You can check the settings for the contract type in the same configuration area.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the SAP documentation or help files related to flow types and contract types to ensure you are using them correctly.
  
  
  
  Check for Custom Enhancements:
  
  If there are any custom developments, ensure that they are correctly implemented and do not interfere with standard functionality.
  
  
  
  Data Validation:
  
  Double-check the data being entered for any typos or incorrect values that might lead to this error.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like OBPM1 (for managing flow types) or OBPM2 (for managing contract types) to navigate to the relevant configuration areas.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  User Forums: Consider visiting SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement the necessary changes to resolve it.