How To Fix F0172 - Only values TLX, CDC, CDD, CHC, CHD, CHC, MAN, EUR or Z* are permitted

F0172 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: F0 - FI batch program messages

• Message number: 172

• Message text: Only values TLX, CDC, CDD, CHC, CHD, CHC, MAN, EUR or Z* are permitted

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F0172 - Details

• The SAP error message F0172 indicates that there is an issue with the currency code being used in a financial transaction or document. Specifically, it states that only certain values are permitted for the currency field, which are TLX, CDC, CDD, CHC, CHD, MAN, EUR, or any code that starts with "Z".
  
  Cause:
  This error typically occurs when:
  
  An invalid currency code is entered in a transaction or document.
  The currency code does not match the predefined list of acceptable values in the SAP system.
  There may be a configuration issue where the currency settings are not properly defined.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Currency Code: Ensure that the currency code you are trying to use is one of the permitted values (TLX, CDC, CDD, CHC, CHD, MAN, EUR, or Z*). If you are using a custom currency code, make sure it starts with "Z".
  
  
  Correct the Entry: If you find