How To Fix FTVV_MESSAGES320 - The flow type is not a disbursement

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FTVV_MESSAGES - Reporting Financial Assets Management

• Message number: 320

• Message text: The flow type is not a disbursement

What causes this issue?

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

System Response

How to fix this error?

Choose an appropriate flow type.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FTVV_MESSAGES320 - The flow type is not a disbursement ?

  The SAP error message FTVV_MESSAGES320 indicates that there is an issue with the flow type being used in a financial transaction. Specifically, the error states that the flow type is not recognized as a disbursement type. This can occur in various financial processes, such as when processing payments, creating financial documents, or executing disbursement-related transactions.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Flow Type: The flow type used in the transaction is not defined as a disbursement flow type in the system.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings for flow types in the SAP system may not be set up correctly, leading to the system not recognizing the flow type as a disbursement.
  Transaction Type Mismatch: The transaction being executed may require a specific flow type that is different from what is being used.
  User Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to execute transactions with the specified flow type.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Flow Type: Verify the flow type being used in the transaction. Ensure that it is indeed a disbursement flow type as per your organization's configuration.
  Review Configuration: 
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP (Transaction code: SPRO).
  Navigate to the relevant section for financial accounting and check the settings for flow types.
  Ensure that the flow type in question is correctly defined as a disbursement type.
  
  
  Use Correct Transaction Type: If the transaction requires a specific flow type, ensure that you are using the correct one that aligns with the transaction type.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's internal guidelines for the correct flow types and their usage.
  User Authorization: Check if the user has the necessary permissions to perform the transaction with the specified flow type. If not, contact your SAP security team to adjust the authorizations.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Flow Types: Flow types in SAP are used to categorize financial transactions. Each flow type has specific characteristics and is used for different types of financial activities (e.g., disbursements, receipts).
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that may help in troubleshooting, such as:
  
  FB50: General Ledger Account Document Entry
  F-53: Post Outgoing Payments
  FBL1N: Vendor Line Item Display
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP Notes can provide additional insights or solutions for specific scenarios.
  
  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 financial accounting within SAP.