How To Fix FDC_POSTING_001044 - Currency Type &1 not allowed for combination &2 /&3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FDC_POSTING_001 - FI Postings

• Message number: 044

• Message text: Currency Type &1 not allowed for combination &2 /&3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FDC_POSTING_001044 - Currency Type &1 not allowed for combination &2 /&3 ?

  The SAP error message FDC_POSTING_001044 indicates that there is an issue with the currency type being used in a financial transaction. Specifically, the error states that the currency type specified (denoted as &1) is not allowed for the combination of the company code (denoted as &2) and the document type (denoted as &3).
  Cause:
  
  Currency Type Restrictions: The currency type being used may not be configured for the specific company code or document type in the system. This can happen if the currency type is not set up in the configuration for the financial document.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings in the SAP system for the currency types may not include the necessary combinations for the company code and document type.
  Transaction Type: The transaction being processed may not support the currency type being used, leading to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide (SPRO) and navigate to the relevant configuration settings for currency types.
  Ensure that the currency type in question is allowed for the specific company code and document type combination.
  You can check the configuration under Financial Accounting (FI) > Financial Accounting Global Settings > Currencies > Define Currency Types.
  
  
  
  Review Document Type Settings:
  
  Check the settings for the document type being used. Ensure that the currency type is allowed for that document type.
  This can be found under Financial Accounting (FI) > Financial Accounting Global Settings > Document > Document Types.
  
  
  
  Use Correct Currency Type:
  
  If the currency type is not allowed, consider using a different currency type that is permitted for the transaction you are trying to process.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue through configuration changes, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like OB08 (for maintaining exchange rates) or OBY6 (for defining currency types) to check or modify settings.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on currency types and their configurations.
  Testing: After making changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.