How To Fix FTR_TF005 - Flow type is required for new flow in presentation item &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FTR_TF - Message Class for Trade Finance

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Flow type is required for new flow in presentation item &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FTR_TF005 - Flow type is required for new flow in presentation item &1 ?

  The SAP error message FTR_TF005 indicates that a flow type is required for a new flow in a specific presentation item. This error typically occurs in the context of financial transactions, particularly in the area of Treasury and Risk Management (TRM) or Financial Accounting (FI).
  Cause:
  The error arises when you are trying to create or modify a financial transaction (like a cash flow, investment, or loan) and the system requires a flow type to be specified, but it is either missing or not correctly configured. Flow types are essential for categorizing different types of cash flows and are used in various financial reporting and analysis processes.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the flow type is correctly configured in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration settings in the SAP system.
  Go to the transaction code SPRO and follow the path: 
  
  Financial Supply Chain Management -> Treasury and Risk Management -> Transaction Manager -> Flow Types.
  
  
  Verify that the flow type you are trying to use is defined and active.
  
  
  
  Assign Flow Type:
  
  When creating or modifying the transaction, ensure that you have selected a valid flow type in the relevant field. This may involve checking the transaction type or the specific presentation item you are working with.
  
  
  
  Review Presentation Item:
  
  Check the presentation item (indicated by &1 in the error message) to ensure that it is set up correctly and that it is linked to the appropriate flow type.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about which flow type to use, consult the SAP documentation or your organization's financial policies to determine the correct flow type for your transaction.
  
  
  
  User Authorization:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to create or modify transactions with flow types. Lack of authorization can sometimes lead to unexpected errors.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, try to recreate the transaction to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Flow Types: Flow types are used in SAP to classify different types of cash flows, such as incoming payments, outgoing payments, investments, etc. Each flow type has specific characteristics and is used for reporting and analysis.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FTR_CREATE (to create financial transactions) and FTR_EDIT (to edit existing transactions) to navigate the system effectively.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional guidance or patches that may address known issues.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.