How To Fix FCOM_PLANNING_CORE005 - Currency &4 is not the controlling area currency &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FCOM_PLANNING_CORE - Messages for Package FCOM_PLANNING_CORE

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Currency &4 is not the controlling area currency &3

What causes this issue?

For currency type 20 (controlling area currency), the currency must be
the controlling area currency &V3&. You currently use the currency &V4&.

System Response

In input-ready queries, you cannot enter data or change data that
contains the invalid currency. In planning functions, the system cannot
generate data records that contain the invalid currency.

How to fix this error?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FCOM_PLANNING_CORE005 - Currency &4 is not the controlling area currency &3 ?

  The SAP error message FCOM_PLANNING_CORE005 indicates that there is a mismatch between the currency being used in a planning transaction and the controlling area currency. Specifically, the error states that the currency you are trying to use (denoted as &4) is not the same as the controlling area currency (denoted as &3).
  Cause:
  
  
  Currency Mismatch: The primary cause of this error is that the transaction you are attempting to execute is using a currency that is different from the currency defined for the controlling area. Each controlling area in SAP is assigned a specific currency, and all planning activities within that controlling area must use this currency.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the controlling area settings or in the master data of the cost centers, internal orders, or other objects involved in the planning process.
  
  
  Data Entry Errors: Users may inadvertently enter amounts in a currency that is not allowed for the specific controlling area.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Controlling Area Settings:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the controlling area in SAP (Transaction code: OX19).
  Verify the currency assigned to the controlling area and ensure that it matches the currency you are trying to use in your planning transaction.
  
  
  
  Adjust Planning Data:
  
  If you are entering planning data, ensure that you are using the correct currency. If necessary, convert the amounts to the controlling area currency before entering them.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the master data for cost centers, internal orders, or any other relevant objects to ensure that they are set up correctly with the appropriate currency.
  
  
  
  Currency Conversion:
  
  If you need to work with multiple currencies, consider using currency conversion functions or tools within SAP to convert amounts to the controlling area currency.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for any specific configurations or settings that may need to be adjusted.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OX19 (Controlling Area Configuration), KP06 (Cost Center Planning), and KP01 (Create Cost Center) to navigate through the settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional guidance or patches that may address known issues.
  User Training: Ensure that users involved in planning activities are trained on the importance of currency consistency and how to handle currency conversions within SAP.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FCOM_PLANNING_CORE005 error and ensure that your planning activities are aligned with the controlling area currency settings.