How To Fix CNV_20400_CHECK053 - Controlling area &1 uses currency type &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CNV_20400_CHECK - Messages for check functions (controlling area merge)

• Message number: 053

• Message text: Controlling area &1 uses currency type &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CNV_20400_CHECK053 - Controlling area &1 uses currency type &2 ?

  The SAP error message CNV_20400_CHECK053 indicates that there is an issue related to the currency type used in a controlling area. Specifically, it suggests that the controlling area identified by &1 is using a currency type identified by &2, which may not be compatible with the operation you are trying to perform.
  Cause:
  
  Currency Type Mismatch: The controlling area is set up to use a specific currency type (e.g., company code currency, group currency, or transaction currency), and the operation you are attempting may require a different currency type.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the controlling area settings or in the currency settings of the related financial documents.
  Data Migration Issues: If this error occurs during a data migration process, it could be due to incorrect mapping of currency types between the source and target systems.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Controlling Area Settings:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the controlling area in SAP (Transaction code: OX19).
  Verify the currency type settings and ensure they are correctly configured for your business requirements.
  
  
  
  Review Currency Types:
  
  Check the currency types defined in the system (Transaction code: OB22).
  Ensure that the currency type being used is appropriate for the transactions you are processing.
  
  
  
  Adjust Transaction Settings:
  
  If you are performing a transaction that requires a specific currency type, ensure that the transaction is set up to use the correct currency type that matches the controlling area.
  
  
  
  Data Migration Review:
  
  If this error arises during a data migration, review the mapping of currency types in your migration tool or process.
  Ensure that the source data aligns with the target system's currency type requirements.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to currency types and controlling area configurations for additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Seek Help from SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Currency Types: In SAP, currency types are used to define how currencies are handled in financial transactions. Common types include:
  
  00: Company code currency
  30: Group currency
  10: Transaction currency
  
  
  Controlling Area: A controlling area is an organizational unit in SAP that represents a closed system for cost accounting. It can contain one or more company codes and is used for internal reporting and controlling purposes.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement the necessary changes to resolve it.