How To Fix FI028 - Currency not maintained in controlling area &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FI - TR-FM Funds Management

• Message number: 028

• Message text: Currency not maintained in controlling area &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FI028 - Currency not maintained in controlling area & ?

  The SAP error message FI028 ("Currency not maintained in controlling area") typically occurs when you are trying to perform a transaction in the Controlling (CO) module, and the system cannot find the currency settings for the specified controlling area. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when creating or posting to cost centers, internal orders, or other CO-related objects.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Currency Configuration: The controlling area does not have a currency defined, or the currency defined does not match the currency of the transaction.
  Incorrect Controlling Area Assignment: The controlling area may not be correctly assigned to the company code or may not be set up properly.
  Currency Type Issues: The currency type used in the transaction may not be maintained in the controlling area.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the FI028 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Controlling Area Settings:
  
  Go to the transaction code OKKP (Controlling Area) and check the settings for the controlling area in question.
  Ensure that the currency is correctly defined in the controlling area settings.
  
  
  
  Maintain Currency in Controlling Area:
  
  If the currency is not maintained, you can add it by navigating to the controlling area configuration and specifying the currency.
  Ensure that the currency type (e.g., company code currency, group currency) is correctly set.
  
  
  
  Verify Company Code Assignment:
  
  Check if the controlling area is correctly assigned to the relevant company code. You can do this in the configuration settings under SPRO > Controlling > General Controlling > Maintain Controlling Area.
  
  
  
  Check Transaction Currency:
  
  Ensure that the currency used in the transaction matches the currency defined in the controlling area. If necessary, adjust the transaction currency or the controlling area settings.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the settings, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP Basis or FI/CO consultant for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  OKKP - Maintain Controlling Area
  OB08 - Maintain Exchange Rates (if currency conversion is involved)
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to currency settings in controlling areas.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the controlling area settings.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FI028 error and ensure that the currency is properly maintained in the controlling area.