How To Fix RECDCH002 - Reference flow type &1 is not defined in Customizing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RECDCH - Conditions: Customizing Checks

• Message number: 002

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

What causes this issue?

In the table of reference flow types, 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_TIVCDFLOWREL>reference flow types</>, or define the
missing <DS:SIMG.REFXV_TIVCDFLOWTYPE>flow type &v1&.</>

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RECDCH002 - Reference flow type &1 is not defined in Customizing ?

  The SAP error message RECDCH002 indicates that a reference flow type specified in your configuration is not defined in the Customizing settings. This error typically arises in the context of the SAP Revenue Accounting and Reporting (RAR) module or similar areas where flow types are used to manage financial transactions.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  A reference flow type is being used in a transaction or configuration, but it has not been defined in the system.
  There may be a typo or incorrect reference to the flow type in the configuration.
  The necessary Customizing settings for the flow type have not been completed or activated.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the RECDCH002 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check the Flow Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the Customizing settings in SAP (transaction code SPRO).
  Navigate to the relevant area where flow types are defined (e.g., Revenue Accounting and Reporting).
  Verify that the flow type mentioned in the error message is indeed defined. If it is missing, you will need to create it.
  
  
  
  Create or Modify Flow Type:
  
  If the flow type is not defined, create a new flow type with the necessary parameters.
  If it exists but is incorrectly configured, modify it to ensure it meets the requirements of your business processes.
  
  
  
  Check for Typos:
  
  Ensure that there are no typographical errors in the reference to the flow type in your configuration or transaction.
  
  
  
  Transport Requests:
  
  If you are working in a development environment, ensure that any changes made to flow types are included in the appropriate transport requests and have been transported to the relevant systems (e.g., Quality Assurance, Production).
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to flow types in the context of your specific module to ensure you are following best practices.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the transaction or process again to confirm that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SPRO: Access to Customizing settings.
  RECDCH: Related to Revenue Accounting and Reporting.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the RECDCH002 error. You can search for relevant notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  
  
  Community Forums:
  
  Consider visiting SAP Community forums or other user groups where similar issues may have been discussed.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the RECDCH002 error in your SAP system.