How To Fix TRTM_CUSTOMIZING081 - Transaction flow type &1 is not defined as a flow type

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 081

• Message text: Transaction flow type &1 is not defined as a flow type

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TRTM_CUSTOMIZING081 - Transaction flow type &1 is not defined as a flow type ?

  The SAP error message TRTM_CUSTOMIZING081 indicates that a specific transaction flow type (denoted as &1 in the error message) is not defined as a flow type in the system. This typically occurs in the context of SAP Treasury and Risk Management (TRM) or similar modules where transaction flow types are used to categorize and manage financial transactions.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The flow type specified in the error message has not been defined in the system. This could be due to incomplete configuration during the setup of the Treasury module.
  Incorrect Transaction Type: The transaction type being processed may not correspond to a valid flow type that has been configured in the system.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was recently transported from another system, it may not have been included or may have been incorrectly transported.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Define the Flow Type:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP.
  Navigate to the relevant area for defining flow types (usually found under the Treasury and Risk Management settings).
  Create a new flow type with the necessary parameters if it does not exist.
  
  
  
  Check Existing Flow Types:
  
  Review the existing flow types to ensure that the one you are trying to use is indeed missing or incorrectly configured.
  Use transaction codes like SPRO to access the configuration menu and check the flow type settings.
  
  
  
  Review Transaction Type:
  
  Ensure that the transaction type you are trying to process is correctly mapped to a valid flow type.
  If necessary, adjust the transaction type settings to link it to the correct flow type.
  
  
  
  Transport Configuration:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, verify that all necessary objects were included in the transport request.
  Check the transport logs for any errors or warnings that might indicate missing configurations.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on configuring flow types and understanding their role in transaction processing.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO (Customizing), OB52 (Open and Close Posting Periods), and others related to Treasury management.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify flow type configurations.
  
  If the problem 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.