How To Fix J3406 - Enter a valid flow category for flow type &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 406

• Message text: Enter a valid flow category for flow type &

What causes this issue?

An error occurred while checking a transferred flow.
Only flows with the following categories are valid:
Nominal capital increase (SBKTYP = '10')
Nominal capital decrease (SBKTYP = '11')
Additional flow (SBKTYP = '90').
None of these categories is assigned to the transferred flow type &V1&.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Correct the data.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message J3406 - Enter a valid flow category for flow type & ?

  The SAP error message J3406, which states "Enter a valid flow category for flow type &," typically occurs in the context of financial or controlling modules, particularly when dealing with flow types in SAP's CO (Controlling) or FI (Financial Accounting) modules. This error indicates that the system is expecting a valid flow category for a specified flow type, but the input provided does not meet the required criteria.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Flow Type: The flow type entered may not be defined correctly in the system or may not be associated with a valid flow category.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a configuration issue in the controlling area or the flow type settings in the system.
  Missing Data: The necessary data for the flow type may not have been maintained in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or modify the flow type settings.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Flow Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for flow types in SAP (Transaction code: OKEQ).
  Verify that the flow type in question is correctly defined and associated with a valid flow category.
  
  
  
  Maintain Flow Categories:
  
  Ensure that the flow categories are properly maintained in the system. You can check this in the configuration settings for the controlling area (Transaction code: OKEQ or OKE1).
  
  
  
  Review Input Data:
  
  Double-check the input data for the transaction that triggered the error. Ensure that the flow type entered is valid and corresponds to the expected flow category.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help files for specific details on the flow types and categories relevant to your business processes.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify the flow types. If not, consult with your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making any changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Flow Types: Flow types are used in SAP to categorize different types of financial transactions. Each flow type is linked to a specific flow category that defines how the transaction is processed.
  Flow Categories: Flow categories determine the nature of the flow type, such as whether it is a revenue, expense, or adjustment type.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OKEQ (Maintain Flow Types) and OKE1 (Maintain Flow Categories) for configuration tasks.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.