How To Fix T4118 - Direction of flow set according to transaction

T4118 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: T4 - Time deposit processing

• Message number: 118

• Message text: Direction of flow set according to transaction

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message T4118 - Direction of flow set according to transaction ?

  The SAP error message T4118, which states "Direction of flow set according to transaction," typically occurs in the context of financial transactions, particularly when dealing with document flow or accounting entries. This error indicates that there is a mismatch or inconsistency in the direction of flow for a transaction, which can be related to how the transaction is configured or processed in the system.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the transaction type may not align with the expected flow direction (e.g., debit vs. credit).
  Posting Rules: The posting rules defined for the transaction may not be set up correctly, leading to inconsistencies in how the system interprets the flow of the transaction.
  Document Type Issues: The document type used for the transaction may not be compatible with the flow direction expected by the system.
  User Input Errors: Incorrect data entry by the user during the transaction process can lead to this error.
  
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