How To Fix /BOFU/TEST012 - Currency of Buying Price is not specified

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /BOFU/TEST -

• Message number: 012

• Message text: Currency of Buying Price is not specified

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /BOFU/TEST012 - Currency of Buying Price is not specified ?

  The SAP error message /BOFU/TEST012 Currency of Buying Price is not specified typically indicates that there is a missing currency specification for a buying price in a transaction or configuration related to the SAP system. This error can occur in various contexts, such as during the creation or modification of purchasing documents, material master records, or pricing conditions.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Currency Field: The currency field for the buying price is not filled in the relevant master data or transaction.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the purchasing organization or the material master that do not specify the currency correctly.
  Data Entry Errors: Users may have inadvertently left the currency field blank when entering data.
  Integration Issues: If the data is being pulled from another system or module, there may be integration issues that prevent the currency from being populated.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Master Data:
  
  Go to the material master record (transaction code MM03 for display or MM02 for change) and ensure that the currency for the purchasing view is specified.
  Verify that the purchasing organization is correctly set up with the appropriate currency.
  
  
  
  Review Purchasing Documents:
  
  If the error occurs during the creation of a purchase order or contract, check the document for any missing currency fields.
  Ensure that the currency is specified in the header and item levels of the purchasing document.
  
  
  
  Configuration Settings:
  
  Check the configuration settings in the SAP system for the purchasing organization and ensure that the currency settings are correctly defined.
  Use transaction code SPRO to access the configuration and navigate to the relevant sections for purchasing and material management.
  
  
  
  Data Entry:
  
  Ensure that users are trained to fill in all required fields, including currency, when entering data into the system.
  
  
  
  Integration Checks:
  
  If the data is being imported from another system, check the integration settings to ensure that the currency is being passed correctly.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM01 (Create Material), MM02 (Change Material), ME21N (Create Purchase Order), and ME22N (Change Purchase Order).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for potential patches or updates that may address the issue.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files for more information on currency settings in purchasing and material management.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in the relevant module.