How To Fix FDT_EXPRESSIONS205 - Currencies are unequal (&1,&2) and implicit conversion is turned off

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FDT_EXPRESSIONS - Formula & Derivation Tool: Expressions

• Message number: 205

• Message text: Currencies are unequal (&1,&2) and implicit conversion is turned off

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FDT_EXPRESSIONS205 - Currencies are unequal (&1,&2) and implicit conversion is turned off ?

  The SAP error message FDT_EXPRESSIONS205 indicates that there is a mismatch between two currency values in your expression or calculation, and implicit conversion between these currencies is not allowed. This typically occurs in scenarios where you are trying to perform operations involving different currencies without explicitly converting them.
  Cause:
  
  Currency Mismatch: The error arises when you are trying to compare or perform arithmetic operations on two currency fields that are not in the same currency.
  Implicit Conversion Disabled: SAP does not automatically convert currencies in this case, which means you need to handle the conversion explicitly in your code or configuration.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Currency Fields: Identify the two currency fields involved in the operation. Ensure that you know their respective currencies.
  
  
  Explicit Currency Conversion: Use a function or method to convert one currency to the other before performing the operation. This can be done using:
  
  Currency Conversion Functions: Use SAP standard functions for currency conversion, such as CURRENCY_CONVERT or similar, depending on your specific context.
  Manual Conversion: If necessary, you can manually convert the currency using the exchange rate.
  
  
  
  Adjust Configuration: If you are using a custom expression or formula, ensure that the logic accounts for currency conversion. You may need to modify the expression to include conversion logic.
  
  
  Review Data Sources: If the currencies are coming from different data sources, ensure that the data is being pulled correctly and that the currencies are aligned.
  
  
  Testing: After making the necessary changes, test the expression or calculation to ensure that it works without errors.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal for detailed documentation on currency handling and conversion functions.
  Transaction Codes: You may want to check transaction codes like SE80 (Object Navigator) or SE37 (Function Module) to explore the relevant function modules for currency conversion.
  Debugging: If you are still facing issues, consider using the debugger to step through the code and identify where the currency mismatch occurs.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FDT_EXPRESSIONS205 error and ensure that your currency operations are handled correctly.