How To Fix J3307 - Company code &, transaction &, flow type &: Flow type not permitted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 307

• Message text: Company code &, transaction &, flow type &: Flow type not permitted

What causes this issue?

The transferred flow type is not correct. You need a flow type with the
classification "structure characteristics" and flow category "capital
position increase", "capital position decrease", or "additional
flow/condition".
When transferring additional flows in the areas of forex, FRA, and
listed transactions, only flows with the category 'additional flow' can
be used.

System Response

The transaction will be marked as containing errors and can not be
processed.

How to fix this error?

Correct the erroneous data record or make the necessary adjustments in
Customizing. Afterwards, try retransferring the data.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message J3307 - Company code &, transaction &, flow type &: Flow type not permitted ?

  The SAP error message J3307 indicates that a specific flow type is not permitted for the given company code and transaction. This error typically arises in the context of financial transactions, particularly in the area of controlling (CO) or financial accounting (FI) when dealing with cost flows or postings.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Flow Type: The flow type specified in the transaction is not allowed for the company code. This could be due to configuration settings in the system.
  Configuration Issues: The flow type may not be defined correctly in the system or may not be assigned to the relevant company code.
  Transaction Restrictions: Certain transactions may have restrictions on which flow types can be used, based on business rules or settings in the system.
  Missing Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to use the specified flow type.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Flow Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP (Transaction code: SPRO).
  Navigate to the relevant area for flow type configuration (e.g., Controlling or Financial Accounting).
  Verify that the flow type is correctly defined and assigned to the company code in question.
  
  
  
  Review Transaction Settings:
  
  Check the specific transaction settings to ensure that the flow type is permitted for that transaction.
  If necessary, consult with your SAP functional consultant to adjust the settings.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user executing the transaction has the necessary authorizations to use the specified flow type.
  If needed, work with your security team to review and adjust user roles and permissions.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for any specific notes related to the error message J3307.
  Check for any SAP Notes that may address this issue or provide additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making any changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may provide additional insights or solutions for this error.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to flow type configuration, such as OKEQ (Define Flow Types) or OKEB (Assign Flow Types to Company Codes).
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for documentation on flow types and their configuration.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support or a qualified SAP consultant for further assistance.