How To Fix T0104 - Flow type & does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: T0 - General Treasury

• Message number: 104

• Message text: Flow type & does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message T0104 - Flow type & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message T0104, which states "Flow type & does not exist," typically occurs in the context of financial accounting or controlling modules when the system is unable to recognize a specified flow type. Flow types are used in SAP to categorize different types of financial transactions, and if a flow type is not defined or is incorrectly referenced, this error can arise.
  Causes:
  
  Non-existent Flow Type: The flow type you are trying to use has not been defined in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The flow type may exist, but it is not properly configured or activated in the relevant settings.
  Typographical Error: There may be a typo in the flow type code you are entering.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the flow type.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system, the flow types may not have been correctly transferred.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Flow Type Definition:
  
  Go to the transaction code OBY6 (for Financial Accounting) or OKB9 (for Controlling) to check if the flow type exists.
  If it does not exist, you may need to create it using the appropriate configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Verify Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the flow type is correctly configured in the system. This may involve checking the settings in the relevant configuration areas (e.g., financial accounting or controlling).
  
  
  
  Correct Typographical Errors:
  
  Double-check the flow type code you are entering for any typos or incorrect characters.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and use the flow type. This may involve checking roles and permissions in the user profile.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to flow types to ensure you are using them correctly.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Flow Types in SAP: Flow types are used in various modules, including Financial Accounting (FI) and Controlling (CO), to classify and manage financial transactions.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OBY6 for financial flow types and OKB9 for controlling flow types.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to flow types and error T0104.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution.