How To Fix 06166 - Please only use plants with local currency &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 06 -

• Message number: 166

• Message text: Please only use plants with local currency &

What causes this issue?

The currency the system has determined for the <GL><GL:plant>plant</>
differs from that of the supplier.

How to fix this error?

Is the <GL><GL:valuation_area>valuation area</> listed in table T001W
for the specified plant correct?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Has the valuation area in table T001K been allocated to the correct <GL>
<GL:company_code>company code</>?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 06166 - Please only use plants with local currency & ?

  The SAP error message "06166: Please only use plants with local currency &" typically occurs when there is a mismatch between the currency settings of the plant and the transaction being processed. This error is often encountered in modules like Materials Management (MM) or Production Planning (PP) when trying to perform transactions that involve plants with different currency settings.
  Cause:
  
  Currency Mismatch: The plant you are trying to use in the transaction has a different local currency than what is expected or allowed for the transaction.
  Configuration Issues: The plant may not be properly configured in the system to use the local currency that is being referenced in the transaction.
  Master Data Issues: The master data for the materials or vendors may not be aligned with the currency settings of the plant.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Plant Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SPRO (Customizing) and navigate to the relevant configuration for plants.
  Ensure that the plant is set up with the correct local currency.
  
  
  
  Review Transaction Currency:
  
  Verify the currency being used in the transaction. Ensure that it matches the local currency of the plant.
  If necessary, change the currency in the transaction to match the plant's local currency.
  
  
  
  Update Master Data:
  
  Check the master data for the materials, vendors, or any other relevant entities to ensure that they are set up with the correct currency.
  You can use transaction codes like MM02 (Change Material) or XK02 (Change Vendor) to update the currency settings.
  
  
  
  Consult with Finance Team:
  
  If you are unsure about the currency settings or need to make changes, consult with your finance team or SAP administrator to ensure compliance with financial policies.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the transaction again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO, MM02, XK02, and others that may help in checking and updating configurations.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for the error message number in the SAP Support Portal.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to currency settings and plant configuration for a deeper understanding of how these elements interact.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and proceed with your transactions in SAP.