How To Fix 65016 - You cannot change the issue currency

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 65 - Securities class data

• Message number: 016

• Message text: You cannot change the issue currency

What causes this issue?

You cannot change the issue currency since position indicators have
already been created for the class in the company code.
If you want to convert all the positions to a new issue currency, you
can define and post a corporate action from the 'Convert issue
currency' category.

System Response

The change is reset.

How to fix this error?

Press enter to confirm the reset.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 65016 - You cannot change the issue currency ?

  The SAP error message 65016, "You cannot change the issue currency," typically occurs in the context of financial transactions, particularly when dealing with documents that have already been posted or processed in the system. This error indicates that the currency associated with a document (such as an invoice or a financial transaction) cannot be modified after it has been created.
  Cause:
  
  Document Status: The document may already be posted or in a status that does not allow changes to the currency.
  Currency Type: The currency type (e.g., local currency, document currency) may be locked for changes due to system settings or business rules.
  Configuration Settings: Certain configuration settings in SAP may restrict changes to the issue currency for specific document types or transaction types.
  Cross-Company Transactions: If the document involves multiple company codes, changing the currency may not be allowed due to intercompany accounting rules.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Document Status: Verify if the document is still in a modifiable state. If it has been posted, you may need to reverse the document or create a new one with the correct currency.
  Review Configuration: Consult with your SAP administrator or financial team to review the configuration settings related to currency changes. They may need to adjust settings if the business process allows for currency changes.
  Use Transaction Codes: If you need to change the currency for a document, consider using transaction codes like FB08 (to reverse a document) or FB01 (to create a new document) with the correct currency.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on handling currency-related issues in your version of SAP.
  Seek Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal IT team for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional context.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to financial documents.
  Training: If this error is common in your organization, consider providing training to users on how to handle currency-related transactions properly.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the error message 65016 effectively.