How To Fix >0644 - If currencies are identical, amounts must also be identical

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: >0 - General Basis texts

• Message number: 644

• Message text: If currencies are identical, amounts must also be identical

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message >0644 - If currencies are identical, amounts must also be identical ?

  The SAP error message 0644 ("If currencies are identical, amounts must also be identical") typically occurs in scenarios where financial transactions are being processed, such as during the posting of invoices, payments, or journal entries. This error indicates that there is a mismatch between the amounts being entered for transactions that share the same currency.
  Cause:
  The error arises when:
  
  Two or more line items in a transaction have the same currency but different amounts.
  The system expects that if the currency is the same, the amounts should also match for the transaction to be valid.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Line Items: Review the line items in the transaction to ensure that all amounts are identical for those that share the same currency.
  
  
  Adjust Amounts: If you find discrepancies, adjust the amounts so that they are the same for all line items with the same currency.
  
  
  Review Configuration: If this error occurs frequently, it may be worth reviewing the configuration settings in your SAP system to ensure that they align with your business processes.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance related to the transaction you are processing.
  
  
  Test in a Sandbox: If you are unsure about the changes, consider testing the transaction in a sandbox environment to ensure that the adjustments resolve the issue without causing other problems.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Types: This error can occur in various transaction types, including but not limited to:
  
  Invoice postings (MIRO, FB60)
  Payment processing (F110)
  Journal entries (FB50)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this error or provide additional context or solutions.
  
  
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the appropriate permissions to make changes to the transaction, as restrictions may also lead to issues.
  
  
  System Version: Be aware that the behavior of error messages can vary slightly depending on the version of SAP you are using, so ensure that you are referencing the correct version.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and correct the issue causing the error message 0644 in your SAP system.