How To Fix >5161 - Clearing not permitted in alternative currnecy &2 (document in &1).

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: >5 -

• Message number: 161

• Message text: Clearing not permitted in alternative currnecy &2 (document in &1).

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message >5161 - Clearing not permitted in alternative currnecy &2 (document in &1). ?

  The SAP error message 5161 ("Clearing not permitted in alternative currency &2 (document in &1)") typically occurs when there is an attempt to clear an item in an alternative currency that is not allowed due to certain conditions or settings in the system. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Currency Settings: The document you are trying to clear may have been posted in a currency that is not compatible with the alternative currency settings in your configuration.
  Document Type Restrictions: Certain document types may have restrictions on clearing in alternative currencies.
  Currency Translation Issues: There may be issues with how currencies are translated or configured in the system, leading to discrepancies.
  Open Items: The open items you are trying to clear may not be in the same currency or may not have the same exchange rate.
  Configuration Settings: The settings in the financial accounting configuration (such as the settings for the company code or the controlling area) may not allow for clearing in alternative currencies.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Document Currency: Verify the currency of the document you are trying to clear and ensure it matches the currency settings in your clearing process.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings in the SAP system for the company code and ensure that alternative currency clearing is allowed. This can be done in the SPRO transaction under Financial Accounting settings.
  Use Correct Clearing Method: Ensure that you are using the correct clearing method that supports alternative currencies.
  Adjust Open Items: If the open items are in different currencies, consider converting them to the same currency or adjusting the exchange rates accordingly.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files related to currency settings and clearing processes for additional guidance.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if it seems to be a configuration issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like FB03 (Display Document) to view the document details and FBL1N (Vendor Line Item Display) or FBL3N (G/L Account Line Item Display) to check the open items.
  Currency Configuration: Familiarize yourself with the configuration of currencies in SAP, including transaction OB08 for maintaining exchange rates and OBY6 for company code settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.