How To Fix J3209 - Company code &, transaction &: Enter a permitted cash flow category

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: J3 - Dialog Messages for Data Pool Entry Transactions

• Message number: 209

• Message text: Company code &, transaction &: Enter a permitted cash flow category

What causes this issue?

The cash flow category entered (field <ls>SZSART</>) for the data record
is not valid.

System Response

The entry can not be processed.

How to fix this error?

Correct the cash flow category.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message J3209 - Company code &, transaction &: Enter a permitted cash flow category ?

  The SAP error message J3209 indicates that there is an issue with the cash flow category being used in a transaction. Specifically, it means that the cash flow category entered is not permitted for the specified company code and transaction type. This error typically arises in the context of financial transactions, particularly in cash flow management or financial accounting.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Cash Flow Category: The cash flow category you are trying to use is not defined or allowed for the specific company code or transaction type.
  Configuration Issues: The cash flow categories may not be properly configured in the system for the company code in question.
  Transaction Type Restrictions: Certain transaction types may have restrictions on which cash flow categories can be used.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Cash Flow Category: Verify that the cash flow category you are trying to use is valid and exists in the system. You can do this by checking the configuration settings in the SAP system.
  Review Configuration: Go to the configuration settings for cash flow categories in the SAP system (usually found in the Financial Accounting module) and ensure that the cash flow category is assigned to the correct company code and transaction type.
  Use Permitted Categories: If the cash flow category is not permitted, you may need to select a different category that is allowed for the transaction you are processing.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation or help files for guidance on cash flow categories and their permitted uses.
  Contact SAP Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that may help in checking or configuring cash flow categories, such as OBY6 (for company code settings) or OBC4 (for cash flow categories).
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to access and modify cash flow category settings.
  Testing: After making any changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the J3209 error and implement a solution to resolve it.