How To Fix TRTM_CUSTOMIZING045 - Posting cat. is &2 for flow type &1, but should be 34 or 35 (offset.flow)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 045

• Message text: Posting cat. is &2 for flow type &1, but should be 34 or 35 (offset.flow)

What causes this issue?

The Customizing check has found that the posting category has been
defined as &V2& for flow type &V1&. However, it should be 34 or 35.

System Response

INCLUDE UNUSUAL_SETTING OBJECT DOKU ID TX LANGUAGE EN

How to fix this error?

INCLUDE NA_SYSADMIN1 OBJECT DOKU ID TX LANGUAGE EN

Procedure for System Administrators

Check the settings for the general ledger update in Customizing by
choosing <DS:SIMG.SIMG_CFMENUFWMCFWZA>Define Account Determination</>.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TRTM_CUSTOMIZING045 - Posting cat. is &2 for flow type &1, but should be 34 or 35 (offset.flow) ?

  The SAP error message TRTM_CUSTOMIZING045 indicates that there is a mismatch in the posting category for a specific flow type in the context of Treasury and Risk Management (TRM). Specifically, the error states that the posting category for the specified flow type should be either 34 or 35, which are typically used for offset flows.
  Cause:
  This error usually occurs due to one of the following reasons:
  
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The flow type in question is not correctly configured in the system. The posting category assigned to the flow type does not match the expected values (34 or 35).
  
  
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or modifications in the system, they may have inadvertently changed the expected posting category for the flow type.
  
  
  Data Entry Error: There may be an error in the data entry where the flow type is being assigned an incorrect posting category.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Flow Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the flow type in the SAP system.
  Navigate to the relevant customizing transaction (usually in the SPRO transaction under Treasury and Risk Management).
  Verify the posting category assigned to the flow type. Ensure that it is set to either 34 or 35 for offset flows.
  
  
  
  Adjust Posting Category:
  
  If the posting category is incorrect, change it to 34 or 35 as appropriate.
  Save the changes and test the transaction again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Review Custom Code:
  
  If there are any custom developments related to the flow type, review the code to ensure that it is not altering the expected posting category.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help notes related to Treasury and Risk Management for additional guidance on flow types and posting categories.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Flow Types: In SAP TRM, flow types are used to categorize different types of financial transactions. Each flow type has specific characteristics and is linked to certain posting categories.
  Posting Categories: Posting categories determine how transactions are recorded in the financial accounting system. Categories 34 and 35 are typically used for offsetting flows, which are necessary for proper accounting treatment.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional insights into configuration best practices.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with an SAP functional consultant or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.