How To Fix TE155 - Flow type & is not maintained

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TE - Market Risk Management

• Message number: 155

• Message text: Flow type & is not maintained

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TE155 - Flow type & is not maintained ?

  The SAP error message TE155, which states "Flow type & is not maintained," typically occurs in the context of SAP's Controlling (CO) module, particularly when dealing with flow types in the context of internal orders, cost centers, or other controlling objects. This error indicates that the system cannot find a valid configuration for the specified flow type.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The flow type specified in the error message has not been defined in the system. This could be due to a missing entry in the configuration settings for flow types.
  Incorrect Flow Type: The flow type being referenced may be incorrect or not applicable for the transaction being processed.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was recently transported from another system, it may not have been properly imported or activated.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the flow type.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Flow Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP (Transaction code: SPRO).
  Navigate to the relevant section for controlling (e.g., "Controlling" -> "Cost Center Accounting" -> "Master Data" -> "Define Flow Types").
  Verify if the flow type in question is defined and properly configured.
  
  
  
  Correct Flow Type Usage:
  
  Ensure that the flow type being used in the transaction is correct and applicable for the context. Check the documentation or consult with a functional consultant if necessary.
  
  
  
  Transport and Activation:
  
  If the flow type was recently transported, check the transport logs to ensure it was successfully imported.
  Activate the configuration if it is not already active.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Check the user roles and authorizations to ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to access the flow type.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for any additional context or specific steps related to the flow type in question.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  SPRO: For configuration settings.
  KOB1: For displaying actual postings to orders.
  KSB1: For displaying actual line items for cost centers.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the error message TE155.
  
  
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or support channels for additional insights or similar cases.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it. If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.