How To Fix AW752 - Account for currency difference not found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AW - AuC messages

• Message number: 752

• Message text: Account for currency difference not found

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AW752 - Account for currency difference not found ?

  The SAP error message AW752, which states "Account for currency difference not found," typically occurs in the context of financial transactions involving foreign currency. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a designated account to post currency differences that arise during the processing of transactions in different currencies.
  Cause:
  
  
  Missing Configuration: The primary cause of this error is that the necessary configuration for currency difference accounts is not set up in the system. This can happen if the relevant accounts for currency differences have not been defined in the financial accounting settings.
  
  
  Incorrect Account Assignment: The account assignment for currency differences may be incorrect or missing in the relevant configuration settings.
  
  
  Transaction Type: The error may also occur if the transaction type being processed does not have a corresponding currency difference account defined.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the AW752 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code OBY6 (or OBY1 depending on your version) to check the settings for the currency difference accounts.
  Ensure that the accounts for currency differences are defined for the relevant company code and currency type.
  
  
  
  Define Currency Difference Accounts:
  
  Navigate to SPRO (SAP Reference IMG) and follow the path:
  
  Financial Accounting (New) > General Ledger Accounting (New) > Master Data > G/L Accounts > Preparation > Define Accounts for Currency Differences.
  
  
  Here, you can define the necessary accounts for currency differences for both the balance sheet and profit and loss accounts.
  
  
  
  Check Transaction Type Settings:
  
  Ensure that the transaction type you are using has the correct settings for currency differences. This can be checked in the configuration for the specific transaction type.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the correct accounts to use, consult your financial accounting documentation or speak with your finance team to determine the appropriate accounts for your organization.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OBY6, OBY1, and SPRO for configuration.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific patches or updates related to this error message.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the financial configuration settings.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the AW752 error and ensure that your SAP system can properly handle currency differences in financial transactions.