How To Fix >B405 - Currency &1 is invalid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: >B -

• Message number: 405

• Message text: Currency &1 is invalid

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message >B405 - Currency &1 is invalid ?

  The SAP error message B405 Currency &1 is invalid typically indicates that the currency code specified in a transaction or document is not recognized by the system. This can occur in various contexts, such as during the posting of financial documents, creating purchase orders, or processing invoices.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Currency Code: The currency code entered does not exist in the system or is misspelled.
  Currency Not Activated: The currency may not be activated in the system settings.
  Configuration Issues: The currency may not be properly configured in the relevant company code or controlling area.
  Master Data Issues: The currency may not be assigned to the relevant master data (e.g., vendor, customer, or material master).
  Transaction Type Restrictions: Certain transaction types may not allow the use of specific currencies.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Currency Code: Verify that the currency code entered is correct and exists in the system. You can check this in the transaction code OB08 (Maintain Exchange Rates) or OBY6 (Define Currencies).
  
  
  Activate Currency: If the currency is not activated, you may need to activate it in the system. This can be done in the configuration settings.
  
  
  Review Company Code Settings: Ensure that the currency is assigned to the relevant company code. You can check this in the configuration under Financial Accounting > General Ledger Accounting > Master Data > G/L Accounts > Prepare for G/L Account Creation.
  
  
  Check Master Data: Ensure that the currency is assigned to the relevant master data records (e.g., vendor or customer records). You can check this in the respective master data transaction (e.g., XK03 for vendors).
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If the error persists, consult the SAP documentation or help resources for further guidance on the specific transaction or process you are working with.
  
  
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OB08 (for currency settings) and XK03 (for vendor master data).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to currency handling in your version of SAP.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to currency settings or master data.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the B405 error in SAP.