How To Fix 8N1301 - Paying document currency is not in local currency

8N1301 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 8N1 - Messages for Accounting (Greek Localization)

• Message number: 301

• Message text: Paying document currency is not in local currency

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8N1301 - Details

• The SAP error message 8N1301 ("Paying document currency is not in local currency") typically occurs when there is a mismatch between the currency of the payment document and the local currency defined in the system. This error is often encountered during financial transactions, such as when processing invoices or payments.
  
  Cause:
  
  Currency Mismatch: The payment document is in a currency that is different from the local currency set for the company code or the specific transaction.
  
  Configuration Issues: The company code may not be configured to handle transactions in the currency of the payment document.
  Incorrect Payment Method: The payment method used may not support the currency of the payment document.
  Master Data Issues: Vendor or customer master data may have incorrect currency settings.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Company Code Settings:
  
  Ensure that the company code is set up to handle the currency of the payment document. You can check this in the configuration settings under Financial Accounting > General