How To Fix FICO1062 - Enter either a base amount or a base reference

FICO1062 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FICO1 -

• Message number: 062

• Message text: Enter either a base amount or a base reference

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FICO1062 - Enter either a base amount or a base reference ?

  The SAP error message FICO1062 ("Enter either a base amount or a base reference") typically occurs in the context of financial transactions, particularly when dealing with currency conversions or when entering amounts in different currencies in the SAP system. This error indicates that the system requires either a base amount (the amount in the original currency) or a base reference (a reference amount that can be used for conversion) to proceed with the transaction.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Amounts: The user has not entered a base amount or a base reference amount in the transaction screen.
  Currency Conversion: The system is expecting a base amount to perform currency conversion but does not have the necessary data.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the currency settings in the SAP system.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Enter a Base Amount: Ensure that you enter a valid base amount in the appropriate field. This is usually the amount in the original