How To Fix RECDCH008 - Set up credit &2 as the inverse of original flow type &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RECDCH - Conditions: Customizing Checks

• Message number: 008

• Message text: Set up credit &2 as the inverse of original flow type &1

What causes this issue?

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

System Response

How to fix this error?

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Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RECDCH008 - Set up credit &2 as the inverse of original flow type &1 ?

  The SAP error message RECDCH008 indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of credit flow types in the system. Specifically, it suggests that the system expects a credit flow type to be set up as the inverse of an original flow type, but it has not been configured correctly.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The credit flow type (denoted as &2) has not been set up in the system as the inverse of the original flow type (denoted as &1).
  Incorrect Mapping: There may be an incorrect mapping or relationship between the original flow type and the credit flow type in the configuration settings.
  Data Entry Error: There could be a data entry error where the flow types are not correctly assigned or linked.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for flow types in SAP. This is typically found in the Financial Accounting (FI) or Controlling (CO) modules.
  Ensure that the credit flow type is correctly defined as the inverse of the original flow type. This involves checking the settings in the relevant configuration path (e.g., SPRO > Financial Accounting > Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable > Credit Management > Define Flow Types).
  
  
  
  Define Inverse Flow Type:
  
  If the credit flow type does not exist, create it and ensure it is set up as the inverse of the original flow type. This may involve specifying the correct parameters and settings that define how the credit flow type behaves in relation to the original flow type.
  
  
  
  Review Documentation:
  
  Consult SAP documentation or help resources for detailed instructions on how to set up flow types and their relationships.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform tests to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the flow types are functioning as expected.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the configuration, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They can provide insights based on the specific version and configuration of your SAP system.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Flow Types: Flow types in SAP are used to categorize different types of financial transactions. Each flow type can have specific rules and behaviors associated with it.
  Credit Management: This is a critical component in managing customer credit limits and ensuring that the organization does not extend credit beyond acceptable levels.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes (e.g., OBYC for automatic account determination) that may help in navigating the configuration settings.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RECDCH008 error and ensure that your credit flow types are correctly configured in SAP.