How To Fix FI185 - FM area &1 &2: Currencies are different

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FI - TR-FM Funds Management

• Message number: 185

• Message text: FM area &1 &2: Currencies are different

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FI185 - FM area &1 &2: Currencies are different ?

  The SAP error message FI185 indicates that there is a currency mismatch in the context of a Funds Management (FM) area. This error typically occurs when you are trying to post a transaction that involves different currencies, which is not allowed in certain contexts within SAP.
  Cause:
  The error message "FI185 FM area &1 &2: Currencies are different" is triggered when:
  
  You are attempting to post a transaction in a Funds Management area where the document currency does not match the FM area currency.
  The transaction involves multiple currencies, and the system cannot reconcile them due to configuration settings or data entry errors.
  The FM area is set up to only allow transactions in a specific currency, and the transaction you are trying to post is in a different currency.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Currency Settings:
  
  Verify the currency settings for the FM area in question. Ensure that the currency used in the transaction matches the currency defined for the FM area.
  You can check the FM area settings in the configuration under the Funds Management module.
  
  
  
  Adjust Transaction Currency:
  
  If possible, change the currency of the transaction to match the FM area currency. This may involve converting amounts or using a different document currency.
  
  
  
  Review Document Entries:
  
  Review the document entries to ensure that all line items are using the same currency. If there are discrepancies, correct them before posting.
  
  
  
  Consult Configuration:
  
  If you have access to the configuration settings, check if there are any restrictions or settings that enforce currency consistency within the FM area.
  
  
  
  Use Currency Conversion:
  
  If the transaction must be in a different currency, consider using currency conversion features in SAP to convert the amounts to the required currency before posting.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting the SAP Help Portal for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like FMAVCR01 (for budget consumption) or FMBB (for budget posting) to analyze the transactions.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for Funds Management to understand how currency handling is configured and managed.
  User Exits and BAdIs: In some cases, custom logic may be implemented through user exits or BAdIs that could affect currency handling. Check if any customizations are in place.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.