How To Fix ICC_BTR161 - Flow category &1 is invalid!

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ICC_BTR - Treasury Localization for Brazil

• Message number: 161

• Message text: Flow category &1 is invalid!

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ICC_BTR161 - Flow category &1 is invalid! ?

  The SAP error message ICC_BTR161: Flow category &1 is invalid typically occurs in the context of SAP's Financial Accounting (FI) or Controlling (CO) modules, particularly when dealing with transactions related to financial flows or postings. The error indicates that the flow category specified in a transaction is not recognized or is invalid.
  
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Flow Category: The flow category specified in the transaction does not exist in the system or is not configured correctly.
  
  Configuration Issues: The flow category may not be properly defined in the system settings, or it may have been deleted or deactivated.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a typographical error in the entry of the flow category.
  Missing Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or use the specified flow category.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Flow Category: Verify the flow category being used in the transaction. Ensure that it is correctly entered and exists in the system.
  Configuration Review: 
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