How To Fix 5D844 - Currency not unique: starting on &, currency & applies

5D844 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5D - Error Messages for German Infotype Module Pools

• Message number: 844

• Message text: Currency not unique: starting on &, currency & applies

What causes this issue?

You have entered an amount in the part child allowance field. However,
the currency in the validity period is not clear.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Delimit the current record for the day of the currency conversion and
create a new record for the following period.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5D844 - Currency not unique: starting on &, currency & applies ?

  The SAP error message 5D844 indicates that there is a problem with currency uniqueness in the system. This error typically arises when there are multiple entries for the same currency in a context where only one unique entry is expected. The message usually specifies the starting point (e.g., a date) and the currency involved.
  
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Currency Entries: The error often occurs when there are duplicate entries for a currency in a specific context, such as in a pricing condition, exchange rate table, or financial document.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that allow for multiple entries of the same currency, which can lead to conflicts.
  Data Inconsistencies: Data inconsistencies in master data or transactional data can also lead to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Currency Entries: Review the relevant tables or configurations where the currency is defined. Look for duplicate entries for the specified currency.
  
  For example, check the exchange rate tables (TCURR)