How To Fix AO_PLANNING007 - Currency &1 cannot be used as transaction currency

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AO_PLANNING - Message Class for Project WGRS-4B4R6S

• Message number: 007

• Message text: Currency &1 cannot be used as transaction currency

What causes this issue?

You chose a currency (&v1&) that cannot be used as transaction
currency.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

You can use one of the following currencies as the transaction
currency:
Controlling area currency &v2&
Object currency &v3&

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AO_PLANNING007 - Currency &1 cannot be used as transaction currency ?

  The SAP error message AO_PLANNING007, which states "Currency &1 cannot be used as transaction currency," typically occurs in the context of planning and budgeting within SAP's Analytical Applications or SAP S/4HANA. This error indicates that the currency specified (denoted by &1) is not allowed for the transaction you are trying to perform.
  Causes:
  
  Currency Configuration: The currency you are trying to use may not be configured as a valid transaction currency in the system settings.
  Master Data Issues: The master data for the relevant planning object may not support the currency you are trying to use.
  Currency Type: The currency type (e.g., local currency, group currency) may not be compatible with the transaction you are attempting.
  Planning Version: The planning version you are using may not allow the specified currency.
  Transaction Type Restrictions: Certain transaction types may have restrictions on which currencies can be used.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Currency Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP and verify that the currency in question is set up as a valid transaction currency.
  Ensure that the currency is included in the relevant currency types.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the master data for the planning object to ensure that it supports the currency you are trying to use.
  Update the master data if necessary to include the required currency.
  
  
  
  Validate Planning Version:
  
  Ensure that the planning version you are using allows for the specified currency.
  If necessary, create or modify a planning version to include the currency.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for any specific restrictions related to the transaction type you are using.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like OB22 (for currency configuration) or other relevant transaction codes to check and modify settings.
  SAP Notes: Look for SAP Notes related to currency issues in planning, as they may provide additional insights or patches.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to perform transactions in the specified currency.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.