How To Fix 1P253 - Account currency could not be read

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 1P - BCA: Payment Transactions

• Message number: 253

• Message text: Account currency could not be read

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 1P253 - Account currency could not be read ?

  The SAP error message 1P253: "Account currency could not be read" typically occurs when there is an issue with the configuration or data related to the account currency in the SAP system. Here are some potential causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Missing or Incorrect Account Master Data: The account in question may not have been set up correctly in the system, or the account master data may be incomplete.
  Currency Configuration Issues: The currency settings for the company code or the account may not be properly configured.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as missing entries in the relevant tables (e.g., SKA1 for G/L accounts).
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the account currency information.
  System Configuration Errors: There may be issues with the configuration of the financial module in SAP.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Account Master Data:
  
  Go to transaction code FS00 (G/L Account Master Data) and verify that the account in question is correctly set up.
  Ensure that the account has a valid currency assigned.
  
  
  
  Review Company Code Settings:
  
  Check the company code settings in transaction code OBY6 to ensure that the currency is correctly defined for the company code.
  
  
  
  Verify Currency Configuration:
  
  Use transaction code OB08 to check the currency settings and ensure that the necessary currencies are defined and active.
  
  
  
  Check for Data Inconsistencies:
  
  Use transaction code SE11 to check the relevant database tables (like SKA1) for any inconsistencies or missing entries.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the account and its currency information. This can be checked in transaction code SU53 after the error occurs.
  
  
  
  Consult with Basis Team:
  
  If the issue persists, it may be necessary to consult with the SAP Basis team to check for any system-level issues or configuration errors.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  FS00: G/L Account Master Data
  OBY6: Company Code Global Settings
  OB08: Currency Types
  SE11: Data Dictionary
  SU53: Authorization Check
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to financial accounting and currency settings for more detailed guidance.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the error message 1P253 in your SAP system.