How To Fix CNV_PE442 - No matching currency key for &1 (&2 dec. places) found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CNV_PE - General messages for posting engine

• Message number: 442

• Message text: No matching currency key for &1 (&2 dec. places) found

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CNV_PE442 - No matching currency key for &1 (&2 dec. places) found ?

  The SAP error message CNV_PE442 indicates that there is no matching currency key found for the specified currency and decimal places in the system. This error typically arises during data conversion processes, especially when dealing with currency fields in financial data.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Currency Key: The currency key specified in the data does not exist in the SAP system. This can happen if the currency was not defined in the system or if there is a typo in the currency code.
  Decimal Places Mismatch: The number of decimal places specified for the currency does not match the configuration in the system. For example, if the currency is defined with two decimal places in the system but the data specifies it with three, this error can occur.
  Data Migration Issues: During data migration or conversion, if the source data contains currencies that are not set up in the target SAP system, this error can arise.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Currency Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code OB08 (Maintain Exchange Rates) or OBY6 (Define Currencies) to verify if the currency key exists in the system.
  Ensure that the currency is correctly defined with the appropriate number of decimal places.
  
  
  
  Correct Data Input:
  
  Review the data being imported or converted to ensure that the currency codes are correct and match the definitions in the SAP system.
  Ensure that the decimal places specified in the data match those defined for the currency in the system.
  
  
  
  Update or Add Currency:
  
  If the currency is missing, you may need to add it using the appropriate configuration transaction (e.g., OBY6).
  If the currency is not needed, consider removing it from the data being processed.
  
  
  
  Data Migration Tools:
  
  If you are using a data migration tool (like SAP S/4HANA Migration Cockpit or LSMW), ensure that the mapping for currencies is correctly set up.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to currency handling and data migration for any specific guidelines or updates.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  OB08: Maintain Exchange Rates
  OBY6: Define Currencies
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Data Migration: If this error occurs during a migration project, consult the migration guide for best practices regarding currency handling.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CNV_PE442 error and ensure that your currency data is correctly processed in SAP.