How To Fix T1136 - Choose flow type for forex sale

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: T1 - Financial instruments

• Message number: 136

• Message text: Choose flow type for forex sale

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message T1136 - Choose flow type for forex sale ?

  The SAP error message T1136, "Choose flow type for forex sale," typically occurs in the context of foreign exchange (forex) transactions within the SAP system. This error indicates that the system requires a specific flow type to be selected for processing a forex sale, but it has not been provided or is not configured correctly.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Flow Type: The flow type for the forex sale has not been defined in the system.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings for forex transactions may not be set up correctly in the SAP system.
  Transaction Type: The transaction type being used may not be compatible with the flow types available in the system.
  User Input Error: The user may not have selected the appropriate flow type when attempting to process the forex sale.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Define Flow Types:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP (Transaction Code: SPRO).
  Navigate to the relevant section for defining flow types for forex transactions.
  Ensure that the necessary flow types are defined and activated.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Verify the configuration for forex sales in the system.
  Ensure that all necessary settings related to currency types, flow types, and transaction types are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Select Flow Type:
  
  When processing the forex sale, ensure that you select the appropriate flow type from the available options.
  If you are unsure which flow type to select, consult with your finance or treasury department for guidance.
  
  
  
  User Training:
  
  Provide training to users on how to correctly process forex transactions and select the appropriate flow types.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for detailed information on configuring and processing forex transactions.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as F-48 (for forex sales) and others related to financial transactions.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking configurations and user inputs, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the T1136 error and successfully process forex sales in your SAP system.