How To Fix UX392 - Reference flow type is missing for flow type &!

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UX - TR: Business Partner and Loan Conversion

• Message number: 392

• Message text: Reference flow type is missing for flow type &!

What causes this issue?

The reference flow type is not part of data being transferred.

System Response

The system refuses to make transfer.

How to fix this error?

Change dataset to ensure that field SREFBEW is filled.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UX392 - Reference flow type is missing for flow type &! ?

  The SAP error message UX392, which states "Reference flow type is missing for flow type &!", typically occurs in the context of SAP's Financial Accounting (FI) or Controlling (CO) modules. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a reference flow type for the specified flow type, which is necessary for processing certain transactions or reports.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The most common cause of this error is that the flow type has not been properly configured in the system. Each flow type should have a corresponding reference flow type defined in the configuration settings.
  Incorrect Flow Type: The flow type being used may not be valid or may not exist in the system.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was recently transported from another system, there may have been issues during the transport process that resulted in missing or incomplete data.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or enhancements in the system, they may not be correctly referencing the flow types.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for flow types in the SAP system. This can typically be found under the following path:
  
  SPRO > Financial Accounting (New) > Financial Accounting Global Settings (New) > Document > Document Types > Define Flow Types.
  
  
  Ensure that the flow type in question has a valid reference flow type assigned.
  
  
  
  Validate Flow Type:
  
  Verify that the flow type you are using is correct and exists in the system. You can check this in the same configuration area mentioned above.
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the configuration was recently transported, check the transport logs for any errors or issues. Ensure that all necessary objects were included in the transport.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any relevant documentation or notes from SAP regarding the specific flow type and its configuration.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making any changes, perform tests to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the system behaves as expected.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the configuration and validating the flow type, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on flow type configuration.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to flow types, such as OBY6 (for defining document types) and OBA7 (for defining flow types).
  Documentation: Review SAP Help documentation for Financial Accounting and Controlling to understand the role of flow types and their configurations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the UX392 error and implement a solution to resolve it.