How To Fix FDC_POSTING_001179 - You can't use freely-defined currencies in this workflow.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FDC_POSTING_001 - FI Postings

• Message number: 179

• Message text: You can't use freely-defined currencies in this workflow.

What causes this issue?

You have entered a freely-defined currency and tried to submit this task
to the workflow. For this workflow, however, you can only use the
following currencies:
&V1&
&V2&
&V3&

System Response

You can't submit the task to the workflow.

How to fix this error?

If you need to enter additional currencies, please use the currencies
mentioned above. Make sure that the other currency fields are empty
before you proceed and submit this task to the workflow.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FDC_POSTING_001179 - You can't use freely-defined currencies in this workflow. ?

  The SAP error message FDC_POSTING_001179 indicates that there is an issue with the use of freely-defined currencies in a specific workflow. This error typically arises when a transaction or process attempts to use a currency that is not supported in the context of the workflow being executed.
  Cause:
  
  Freely-defined Currency Usage: The workflow is trying to process a transaction that involves a freely-defined currency, which is not allowed in the current configuration or context.
  Configuration Settings: The system may be configured to restrict the use of freely-defined currencies in certain workflows or transactions.
  Currency Type: The currency being used may not be recognized as a standard currency in the workflow, leading to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Currency Configuration: Review the configuration settings in the SAP system to ensure that the currency being used is allowed in the workflow. This may involve checking the settings in the Financial Accounting (FI) module.
  Use Standard Currencies: If possible, switch to using standard currencies (like local currency or group currency) instead of freely-defined currencies for the transaction.
  Workflow Settings: Review the specific workflow settings to see if there are any restrictions on currency types. Adjust the settings if necessary to allow for the use of freely-defined currencies.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on currency usage in workflows.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if this is a critical business process.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that may help in checking currency settings, such as OB22 (for defining currencies) or OB08 (for maintaining exchange rates).
  SAP Notes: Look for SAP Notes related to this error message for any patches or updates that may address the issue.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user executing the workflow has the necessary authorizations to use the specified currency.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.