How To Fix TRTM_CUSTOMIZING021 - 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: 021

• 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 valuations can be made using these settings.

How to fix this error?

INCLUDE NA_SYSADMIN1 OBJECT DOKU ID TX LANGUAGE EN

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 credit) are required for executing valuations for
the following flow categories:
XA (D+C)
XD (D+C)
If you manage costs exclusively, flow types (debit and credit) are also
required for the following flow categories:
XF (D+C)
XG (D+C)
Enter the missing flow type.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TRTM_CUSTOMIZING021 - No flow type defined for flow category &1, indicator &2 ?

  The SAP error message TRTM_CUSTOMIZING021 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 similar financial 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 issue with the customization settings where the flow type is either 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.
  Check the configuration for flow types and ensure that a flow type is defined for the specified flow category and indicator.
  
  
  
  Define Flow Type:
  
  If the flow type is missing, you will need to create it. This can typically be done in the following path:
  
  Financial Supply Chain Management > Treasury and Risk Management > Transaction Manager > Flow Types > Define Flow Types.
  
  
  Ensure that you correctly assign the flow category and indicator to the new flow type.
  
  
  
  Validate Data:
  
  Check the data entry where the error occurred. Ensure that the flow category and indicator being used are valid and correctly spelled.
  
  
  
  Transport Requests:
  
  If you are working in a development environment, ensure that any changes made are transported to the quality and production environments as needed.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to Treasury and Risk Management for additional guidance on flow types and their configuration.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the configuration and data, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Flow Types: Flow types are used in SAP to categorize different types of financial transactions, which can affect reporting and processing.
  Treasury and Risk Management: This module deals with managing financial risks and transactions, and proper configuration is crucial for accurate financial reporting.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO (Customizing), OBB8 (Define Flow Types), and others that may assist in troubleshooting.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the TRTM_CUSTOMIZING021 error message.