How To Fix 06391 - Currency differs from currency & of supplier

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 06 -

• Message number: 391

• Message text: Currency differs from currency & of supplier

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 06391 - Currency differs from currency & of supplier ?

  The SAP error message 06391, which states "Currency differs from currency & of supplier," typically occurs when there is a mismatch between the currency used in a transaction and the currency associated with the supplier/vendor master data. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when creating a purchase order, invoice, or any other financial document that involves a supplier.
  Cause:
  
  Currency Mismatch: The currency specified in the transaction (e.g., purchase order or invoice) does not match the currency defined in the supplier's master data.
  Supplier Master Data: The supplier may have multiple currencies set up, but the transaction is using a currency that is not one of the allowed currencies for that supplier.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that restrict the use of certain currencies for specific suppliers.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Supplier Master Data:
  
  Go to the supplier master data (transaction code XK03 for general data or MK03 for purchasing data).
  Verify the currency settings for the supplier. Ensure that the currency used in your transaction is listed as an allowed currency for that supplier.
  
  
  
  Adjust Transaction Currency:
  
  If the supplier's currency is fixed and you need to use a different currency, you may need to either change the currency in your transaction to match the supplier's currency or create a new supplier master record with the desired currency.
  
  
  
  Review Document Settings:
  
  Ensure that the document type you are using allows for the currency you are trying to use. Some document types may have restrictions on currency usage.
  
  
  
  Consult with Configuration Team:
  
  If the issue persists, consult with your SAP configuration team to review the settings related to currency and supplier transactions. They may need to adjust the configuration to allow for the desired currency.
  
  
  
  Use Currency Conversion:
  
  If applicable, consider using currency conversion features in SAP to convert the transaction currency to the supplier's currency.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  XK03 - Display Vendor
  MK03 - Display Purchasing Info Record
  ME21N - Create Purchase Order
  MIRO - Invoice Verification
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to currency settings and vendor management for more detailed information on how to manage currency configurations.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message 06391 and ensure that your transactions align with the supplier's currency settings.