How To Fix TPM_AD816 - No update type found for flow type rel.for acc./def. &1, contract type &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TPM_AD - Treasury: Accrual/Deferral of Profits

• Message number: 816

• Message text: No update type found for flow type rel.for acc./def. &1, contract type &2

Trados = TR

What causes this issue?

Flow type &V1& for contract type &V2& is relevant for accrual/deferral.
The system attempted to determine an update type for this flow type to
migrate the corresponding configuration for accrual/deferral.
Flow type &V1& is not assigned to an update type with either an incoming
(+) or outgoing (-) flow.

System Response

The settings for flow type &V1& and contract type &V2& were not
migrated.

How to fix this error?

Check the settings for flow type &V1& and contract type &V2& in the IMG
activity "Assign Flow Types to Update Types."

Procedure for System Administrators

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TPM_AD816 - No update type found for flow type rel.for acc./def. &1, contract type &2 ?

  The SAP error message TPM_AD816 indicates that there is no update type found for a specific flow type related to an account definition and contract type in the context of Treasury and Risk Management (TRM) or Financial Instruments Management (FIM). This error typically arises when the system is trying to process a transaction or update related to a financial contract, but it cannot find the necessary configuration to handle that specific flow type.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The most common cause of this error is that the update type for the specified flow type and contract type has not been defined in the system.
  Incorrect Flow Type: The flow type being referenced may not be valid or may not be set up correctly in the system.
  Contract Type Issues: The contract type specified may not be properly configured to handle the flow type in question.
  Custom Developments: If there are custom developments or enhancements in the system, they may not be correctly aligned with the standard configurations.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for Treasury and Risk Management (Transaction code: SPRO).
  Navigate to the relevant section for defining flow types and update types.
  Ensure that the flow type and contract type in question are properly configured and that an update type is assigned to them.
  
  
  
  Define Missing Update Types:
  
  If the update type is indeed missing, you will need to create it. This involves defining the update type in the system and linking it to the appropriate flow type and contract type.
  
  
  
  Validate Flow Type and Contract Type:
  
  Verify that the flow type and contract type being used in the transaction are correct and exist in the system.
  Check for any recent changes or updates that may have affected these configurations.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to Treasury and Risk Management for any specific guidance on the error message TPM_AD816.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform tests to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that transactions can be processed successfully.
  
  
  
  Seek Help from SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking configurations and making adjustments, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  SPRO: For configuration settings.
  TPM1: For managing financial contracts.
  TPM2: For managing flow types.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to TPM_AD816 for any known issues or patches that may address the problem.
  
  
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for detailed information on Treasury and Risk Management configurations.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.