How To Fix FWTR053 - Flow type &1 not available for contract type &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FWTR - Securities Transaction Management

• 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 FWTR053 - Flow type &1 not available for contract type &2 ?

  The SAP error message FWTR053 indicates that a specific flow type is not available for a given contract type. This error typically arises in the context of financial transactions, particularly in the area of contract management or treasury management within SAP.
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Issue: The flow type specified in the error message is not configured for the contract type in question. This could be due to missing entries in the configuration tables or incorrect settings.
  Incorrect Data Entry: The flow type or contract type may have been entered incorrectly in the transaction or configuration settings.
  Version Compatibility: The flow type may not be supported in the version of SAP you are using, or it may have been deprecated in newer versions.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access certain flow types for specific contract types.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for flow types and contract types in the SAP system. This is usually found in the customizing (SPRO) settings under Financial Accounting or Treasury Management.
  Ensure that the flow type is correctly assigned to the contract type. You may need to add the flow type to the contract type if it is missing.
  
  
  
  Verify Data Entry:
  
  Double-check the entries made in the transaction that triggered the error. Ensure that both the flow type and contract type are correctly specified.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the SAP documentation or release notes for your version to see if there are any changes related to flow types and contract types.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Check if the user has the necessary authorizations to access the flow type for the specified contract type. This can be done by reviewing the user roles and authorizations in the SAP system.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making any changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SPRO for configuration, SE11 for data dictionary, or SE37 for function modules to investigate further.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error message or provide additional guidance.
  Community Forums: Consider searching or posting in SAP community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered the same issue.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with an SAP functional consultant or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.