How To Fix TRTM_CUSTOMIZING020 - No flow type defined for flow category &1, indicator &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TRTM_CUSTOMIZING - Consistency Check in Customizing by TR-TM

• Message number: 020

• Message text: No flow type defined for flow category &1, indicator &2

What causes this issue?

The Customizing check has found that no flow type has been defined for
flow category &V1&, debit/credit indicator &V2&.

System Response

No corporate actions can be executed using these settings.

How to fix this error?

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Procedure for System Administrators

Check the settings for the flow types in Customizing by choosing
<DS:SIMG.SIMG_CFMENUFWMCFZCT>Define Flow Types</>.

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

Flow types (debit and/or credit) are required for corporate actions for
the following flow categories:
AKM (D)
SKM (C)
XKM (D+C)
XAKM (D+C)
XDKM (D+C)
XEKM (D+C)
XFKM (D+C)
KKM (D+C)
CKM (D+C)
Define the missing flow type by choosing <ZK>Define Flow Types</>.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TRTM_CUSTOMIZING020 - No flow type defined for flow category &1, indicator &2 ?

  The SAP error message TRTM_CUSTOMIZING020 indicates that there is no flow type defined for a specific flow category and indicator in the system. This error typically arises in the context of Treasury and Risk Management (TRM) or Financial Supply Chain Management (FSCM) modules, where flow types are used to categorize financial transactions.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Configuration: The flow type for the specified flow category and indicator has not been defined in the system.
  Incorrect Customization: There may be an error in the customization settings where the flow type is incorrectly assigned or not assigned at all.
  Data Entry Error: The flow category or indicator being referenced may be incorrect or not exist in the system.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the customizing settings in SAP (transaction code SPRO).
  Navigate to the relevant section for Treasury and Risk Management or Financial Supply Chain Management.
  Look for the configuration related to flow types and ensure that the flow type for the specified flow category and indicator is defined.
  
  
  
  Define Flow Type:
  
  If the flow type is missing, you will need to create it. This can typically be done in the customizing settings under the relevant section for flow types.
  Ensure that you correctly assign the flow category and indicator to the new flow type.
  
  
  
  Verify Data:
  
  Check the data entry where the error occurred. Ensure that the flow category and indicator being used are correct and exist in the system.
  If necessary, consult with your functional team to confirm the correct values.
  
  
  
  Transport Changes:
  
  If you made changes in a development environment, ensure that these changes are transported to the quality and production environments.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform tests to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the flow types are functioning as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like SPRO for customizing, OB52 for fiscal year variant settings, or FBL1N for vendor line items to check related configurations.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on flow types and their configuration.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.