How To Fix 68699 - Payment usage inconsistent: Contract currency & / clearing currency &

68699 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 699

• Message text: Payment usage inconsistent: Contract currency & / clearing currency &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 68699 - Payment usage inconsistent: Contract currency & / clearing currency & ?

  The SAP error message 68699, "Payment usage inconsistent: Contract currency & / clearing currency &," typically arises in the context of financial transactions, particularly when dealing with contracts and payments in different currencies. This error indicates that there is a mismatch between the currency used in the contract and the currency used for clearing the payment.
  
  Cause:
  
  Currency Mismatch: The most common cause of this error is that the contract is defined in one currency (e.g., USD), while the payment or clearing transaction is being processed in a different currency (e.g., EUR).
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that do not allow for the conversion or handling of multiple currencies correctly.
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect data entry during the creation of contracts or payment documents can lead to inconsistencies in currency usage.
  Master Data Issues: The master data for customers, vendors, or contracts may not be set up correctly, leading