How To Fix /ACCGO/CAK_MPR018 - Too many decimal places for currency &1, allowed limit is &2: Row &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /ACCGO/CAK_MPR -

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Too many decimal places for currency &1, allowed limit is &2: Row &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /ACCGO/CAK_MPR018 - Too many decimal places for currency &1, allowed limit is &2: Row &3 ?

  The SAP error message /ACCGO/CAK_MPR018 indicates that there are too many decimal places specified for a currency in a particular transaction or document. This error typically arises when the amount entered exceeds the allowed number of decimal places defined for that currency in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Decimal Places Configuration: Each currency in SAP can be configured to allow a specific number of decimal places (e.g., 2 for most currencies like USD, EUR, etc.). If a value is entered with more decimal places than allowed, this error will occur.
  Data Entry Error: Users may inadvertently enter amounts with excessive decimal places during data entry.
  Data Import Issues: If data is being imported from an external system, it may not conform to the decimal place restrictions set in SAP.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Currency Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code OB08 to check the currency settings.
  Verify the number of decimal places allowed for the currency in question. If necessary, adjust the configuration to allow more decimal places, but be cautious as this can have broader implications.
  
  
  
  Correct Data Entry:
  
  Review the document or transaction where the error occurred and ensure that the amounts entered conform to the allowed decimal places for the currency.
  If you are entering amounts manually, round the values to the allowed number of decimal places.
  
  
  
  Data Import Validation:
  
  If the error arises from a data import, ensure that the source data is formatted correctly before importing it into SAP. This may involve rounding or truncating values to fit the allowed decimal places.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for specific guidelines on handling currency configurations and error messages.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  OB08 - Maintain exchange rates and currency settings.
  FB50 or FB60 - Common transaction codes for posting documents where this error might occur.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional context.
  
  
  User Training: Consider providing training for users on how to enter amounts correctly and understand currency configurations to prevent future occurrences of this error.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that currency amounts are entered correctly in SAP.