How To Fix 5V106 - The currency & is not a valid currency.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5V - HR: Messages for Belgium

• Message number: 106

• Message text: The currency & is not a valid currency.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5V106 - The currency & is not a valid currency. ?

  The SAP error message 5V106 indicates that the currency specified in a transaction or configuration is not recognized as a valid currency in the system. This can occur in various contexts, such as during the posting of financial documents, creating master data, or executing reports.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Currency Code: The currency code entered may be misspelled or not exist in the system.
  Currency Not Defined: The currency may not be defined in the system's configuration (e.g., it hasn't been set up in the currency table).
  Inactive Currency: The currency might be defined but is inactive or not allowed for the specific transaction type.
  Missing Currency in Company Code: The currency may not be assigned to the relevant company code or controlling area.
  Data Entry Error: There could be a simple typographical error in the currency field.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Currency Code: Verify that the currency code entered is correct and follows the standard ISO 4217 format (e.g., USD for US Dollar, EUR for Euro).
  Define Currency: If the currency is not defined, you can define it in the system:
  
  Go to transaction code OB08 (Maintain Exchange Rates) to check if the currency exists.
  If it does not exist, you may need to create it or consult with your SAP administrator to add it.
  
  
  Activate Currency: If the currency is defined but inactive, you may need to activate it in the relevant configuration settings.
  Assign Currency to Company Code: Ensure that the currency is assigned to the relevant company code:
  
  Use transaction code OBY6 to check the currency settings for the company code.
  
  
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings in the Financial Accounting (FI) module to ensure that the currency is properly set up for the relevant transactions.
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the currency setup, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OB08 (Maintain Exchange Rates), OBY6 (Company Code Global Settings), and OBA7 (Define Currencies).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to currency handling in your specific version of SAP.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to currency settings in the system.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP support team or consult SAP community forums for further assistance.