How To Fix FI678 - Currency in FM area & must not be changed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FI - TR-FM Funds Management

• Message number: 678

• Message text: Currency in FM area & must not be changed

What causes this issue?

You must not change the currency in FM area &V1& if:

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

Cash Budget Management, Project Cash Management or Funds Management has
been activated for one or more of the company codes assigned to FM area
&V1&
FM area &V1& already contains actual data in one of the components
mentioned.
Budget Values already exist in FM area.

System Response

How to fix this error?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FI678 - Currency in FM area & must not be changed ?

  The SAP error message FI678 ("Currency in FM area & must not be changed") typically occurs in the context of Funds Management (FM) when there is an attempt to change the currency of a financial transaction or document that is already associated with a specific Funds Management area. This error is designed to prevent inconsistencies in financial reporting and budgeting.
  Cause:
  
  Currency Change Attempt: The error is triggered when a user tries to change the currency of a document or transaction that is already posted in a specific FM area.
  Inconsistent Data: Changing the currency could lead to inconsistencies in the financial data, especially if the document has already been processed or if there are related transactions that depend on the original currency.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the Funds Management module that restrict currency changes for certain types of documents or transactions.
  
  Solution:
  
  Do Not Change Currency: The simplest solution is to avoid changing the currency of the document. If the document is already posted, consider creating a new document in the correct currency instead.
  Review Document Status: Check the status of the document. If it is still in a draft or editable state, ensure that you are not attempting to change the currency after it has been finalized.
  Use Correct Currency from the Start: When creating new documents, ensure that the correct currency is selected from the beginning to avoid this error.
  Consult Configuration: If you believe that the currency should be changeable, consult with your SAP configuration team to review the settings in the Funds Management module. They may need to adjust the configuration to allow for currency changes under certain conditions.
  Transaction Codes: If you are using specific transaction codes (like FM documents), ensure that you are following the correct procedures for those transactions.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any updates or patches related to this error message. Sometimes, SAP releases notes that provide additional context or solutions for specific issues.
  Documentation: Review the SAP documentation for Funds Management to understand the implications of currency changes and the best practices for managing financial documents.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on the proper procedures for handling currencies in the Funds Management module to minimize the occurrence of this error.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.