How To Fix 68587 - Enter amount and currency for external charges

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 68 - Message for DARWIN Loans (continued)

• Message number: 587

• Message text: Enter amount and currency for external charges

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 68587 - Enter amount and currency for external charges ?

  The SAP error message 68587, "Enter amount and currency for external charges," typically occurs in the context of financial transactions or when processing invoices that involve external charges. This error indicates that the system requires both an amount and a currency to be specified for the external charges, but one or both of these fields are missing or incorrectly filled.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Amount or Currency: The most common cause is that the user has not entered an amount or currency for the external charges in the relevant fields.
  Incorrect Field Configuration: The fields for entering the amount and currency may not be properly configured in the transaction or screen being used.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a simple oversight where the user forgot to fill in the required fields.
  System Configuration Issues: There could be issues with the configuration of the financial module in SAP that is causing the fields to not behave as expected.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Input Fields: Ensure that both the amount and currency fields for external charges are filled in correctly. Enter the appropriate values if they are missing.
  Review Transaction Settings: If you are using a specific transaction code, review the settings and ensure that the fields for external charges are correctly set up.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files related to the specific transaction you are using to ensure you are following the correct procedure.
  User Training: If this error is common among users, consider providing additional training on how to enter external charges correctly.
  System Configuration Review: If the issue persists, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP administrator or technical team to review the configuration of the financial module and ensure that it is set up correctly.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: This error can occur in various transaction codes related to invoicing, procurement, or financial postings, such as MIRO (Invoice Verification) or ME21N (Create Purchase Order).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its system, and there may be specific notes addressing this error.
  User Forums: Consider visiting SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  If the problem continues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to escalate the issue to your SAP support team for further investigation.