How To Fix J2418 - &4 Flow indicators for flow type & and contract type & are missing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: J2 - Message Class for Development Class JBT

• Message number: 418

• Message text: &4 Flow indicators for flow type & and contract type & are missing

What causes this issue?

In order to decide in single transaction costing whether a cash flow is
relevant in any particular situation,flow types are assigned certain
indicators in Customizing.
The transaction to be costed in this case contains flow types which
have not been assigned any corresponding indicators in Customizing.

System Response

The transaction can not be costed.

How to fix this error?

Maintain the indicator <DS:SIMG.SIMG_CFJB01JBM0>Flow Indicator</> in
Customizing.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message J2418 - &4 Flow indicators for flow type & and contract type & are missing ?

  The SAP error message J2418 indicates that there are missing flow indicators for a specific flow type and contract type in the context of the SAP system, particularly in the area of contract management or financial transactions. This error typically arises when the system is unable to find the necessary configuration or mapping for the specified flow type and contract type combination.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The flow indicators for the specified flow type and contract type have not been defined in the system.
  Incorrect Flow Type or Contract Type: The flow type or contract type being used may not be valid or may not have been set up correctly in the system.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data that prevent the system from recognizing the flow indicators.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the configuration settings for flow types and contract types in the SAP system.
  Ensure that the flow indicators are defined for the specified flow type and contract type.
  You can typically find this in the customizing settings under the relevant module (e.g., Contract Management, Financial Accounting).
  
  
  
  Define Missing Flow Indicators:
  
  If the flow indicators are missing, you will need to create them. This usually involves:
  
  Accessing the relevant configuration transaction (e.g., SPRO).
  Navigating to the section for defining flow types and contract types.
  Adding the necessary flow indicators for the specified combinations.
  
  
  
  
  
  Validate Data:
  
  Check the data being processed to ensure that the flow type and contract type are correct and correspond to the defined configurations.
  If there are any discrepancies, correct them in the master data or transaction data.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on flow types and contract types relevant to your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform tests to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the system processes the transactions correctly.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO (Customizing), SE11 (Data Dictionary), and SE80 (Object Navigator) for configuration and troubleshooting.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide additional insights or patches that address known issues.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with an SAP functional consultant or technical support for further assistance.