How To Fix >5729 - No currency key determined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: >5 -

• Message number: 729

• Message text: No currency key determined

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message >5729 - No currency key determined ?

  The SAP error message "5729 No currency key determined" typically occurs when the system is unable to determine a currency key for a transaction or document. This can happen in various contexts, such as during the posting of financial documents, creating invoices, or processing payments. Here are some common causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Missing Currency Configuration: The currency key may not be defined in the relevant configuration settings, such as in the company code or in the master data of the relevant accounts.
  Incorrect Master Data: The master data for customers, vendors, or materials may not have a valid currency assigned.
  Missing Exchange Rate: If the transaction involves multiple currencies, there may be no exchange rate defined for the currencies involved.
  Document Type Issues: The document type being used may not be configured to allow for the currency being used in the transaction.
  Transaction Type: The transaction type may not be set up to handle the currency in question.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP (Transaction Code: SPRO) and ensure that the currency settings for the company code and other relevant areas are correctly defined.
  Ensure that the currency is defined in the relevant master data (e.g., customer/vendor master records).
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the master data for the relevant accounts (customers, vendors, etc.) to ensure that a valid currency is assigned.
  Use transaction codes like FD03 (Display Customer) or FK03 (Display Vendor) to verify the currency settings.
  
  
  
  Exchange Rate Maintenance:
  
  Ensure that the exchange rates are maintained in the system. You can check this using transaction code OB08 to maintain exchange rates.
  
  
  
  Document Type Configuration:
  
  Verify that the document type being used is configured to accept the currency in question. This can be checked in the configuration settings for financial accounting.
  
  
  
  Transaction Type Review:
  
  Ensure that the transaction type being used is set up to handle the currency involved. This may require checking the configuration for the specific transaction type.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OB08 (Maintain Exchange Rates), SPRO (SAP Reference IMG), FD03 (Display Customer), and FK03 (Display Vendor).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to currency configuration and financial transactions for more detailed guidance.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in financial accounting within SAP.