How To Fix E!101 - Currency "&1" is expiring; from &2, use currency "&3"

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: E! -

• Message number: 101

• Message text: Currency "&1" is expiring; from &2, use currency "&3"

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message E!101 - Currency "&1" is expiring; from &2, use currency "&3" ?

  The SAP error message E!101 indicates that a currency is expiring and provides information about the timeframe in which the currency will no longer be valid. The message typically includes the following components:
  
  Currency "&1": This is the currency that is expiring.
  From &2: This indicates the date from which the currency is considered expired.
  Use currency "&3": This suggests an alternative currency that should be used instead.
  
  Cause
  The error occurs when a transaction is attempted using a currency that is no longer valid as of a specified date. This can happen due to various reasons, such as:
  
  Currency Devaluation: The currency may have been officially devalued or replaced by another currency.
  Regulatory Changes: Changes in regulations or policies may lead to the expiration of certain currencies.
  Configuration Settings: The currency settings in the SAP system may have been configured to expire certain currencies after a specific date.
  
  Solution
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Currency Validity: Verify the validity of the currency in the system. You can do this by checking the currency settings in the SAP configuration (transaction code OB08 for exchange rates).
  
  
  Use Alternative Currency: If the currency is indeed expired, switch to the suggested alternative currency "&3" for your transactions.
  
  
  Update Configuration: If you need to continue using the expired currency for historical data or reporting, you may need to adjust the configuration settings in SAP to extend the validity of the currency. This should be done with caution and typically requires administrative access.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP administrator for specific instructions on handling currency expiration.
  
  
  Transaction Adjustment: If the transaction is not critical, consider postponing it until the currency issue is resolved.
  
  
  Related Information
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OB08 (Maintain Exchange Rates) and OB22 (Define Currency Types).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to currency management and expiration issues that may provide additional guidance or patches.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to make changes to currency settings or to perform transactions in the alternative currency.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the E!101 error and continue with your SAP transactions effectively.