How To Fix CN456 - Enter a currency for the services

CN456 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CN - Meldungen für Netzpläne

• Message number: 456

• Message text: Enter a currency for the services

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CN456 - Details

• The SAP error message CN456 ("Enter a currency for the services") typically occurs in the context of project management or service-related transactions within SAP, particularly when dealing with service orders, project systems, or cost planning. This error indicates that a currency has not been specified for the services being processed.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Currency Field: The currency field for the service line item is not filled in. This can happen if the service is being created or modified without specifying the currency.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the project system or service management that require a currency to be defined but are not set up correctly.
  Data Entry Error: Users may have overlooked entering the currency when creating or updating service-related documents.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Enter Currency: Go to the relevant transaction (e.g., creating or editing a service order or project) and ensure that you enter a currency in the designated field for the service line