How To Fix RECDCH001 - Flow type &1 is not defined in Customizing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RECDCH - Conditions: Customizing Checks

• Message number: 001

• Message text: Flow type &1 is not defined in Customizing

What causes this issue?

In a Customizing table there is a reference to a flow type that is not
(or no longer) defined. This flow type may have been deleted.

System Response

It is not possible to predict the exact results if you continue to work
using this Customizing setting. Errors will probably occur, at the
latest, when the cash flow is generated.

How to fix this error?

Either enter the correct flow type for the condition in Customizing in
the <DS:SIMG.REFXV_TIVCDCONDTYPE>condition types</>, or define the
missing <DS:SIMG.REFXV_TIVCDFLOWTYPE>flow type.</>

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RECDCH001 - Flow type &1 is not defined in Customizing ?

  The SAP error message RECDCH001 indicates that a specific flow type (denoted by &1) is not defined in the system's Customizing settings. This error typically arises in the context of financial or controlling modules, particularly when dealing with cash flow management or similar functionalities.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  A flow type that is being referenced in a transaction or report is not defined in the system.
  The flow type may have been deleted or not properly configured in the Customizing settings.
  There may be a mismatch between the flow type used in the transaction and the flow types defined in the system.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the RECDCH001 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Flow Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the Customizing transaction (SPRO).
  Navigate to the relevant section for flow type configuration. This is usually found under:
  
  Financial Accounting (FI) or Controlling (CO) > Cash Management > Define Flow Types.
  
  
  Verify if the flow type in question (the one indicated by &1 in the error message) is defined.
  
  
  
  Define Missing Flow Type:
  
  If the flow type is missing, you will need to create it. Ensure that you have the necessary details such as the flow type number, description, and any other required attributes.
  Save your changes.
  
  
  
  Check for Transport Issues:
  
  If the flow type was recently transported from another system, ensure that the transport was successful and that all necessary objects were included.
  
  
  
  Review User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user executing the transaction has the necessary authorizations to access the flow type.
  
  
  
  Test the Transaction:
  
  After making the necessary changes, re-run the transaction that triggered the error to confirm that the issue has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on flow types and their configuration.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  SPRO - Customizing Implementation Guide
  OBY6 - Define Flow Types
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to flow types or the RECDCH001 error.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.