How To Fix FINCS_MD_CONSUNIT086 - Group currency is leading currency must be a Boolean value.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FINCS_MD_CONSUNIT - Consolidation Unit Master Data

• Message number: 086

• Message text: Group currency is leading currency must be a Boolean value.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FINCS_MD_CONSUNIT086 - Group currency is leading currency must be a Boolean value. ?

  The SAP error message FINCS_MD_CONSUNIT086 indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of the group currency in the system. Specifically, it suggests that the system is expecting a Boolean value (true/false) for the setting that determines whether the group currency is the leading currency.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The error typically arises when the configuration settings for the group currency in the financial settings are not set correctly. The system expects a Boolean value to indicate whether the group currency is the leading currency.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a data entry error where a non-Boolean value (like a string or number) has been entered instead of a true/false value.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or enhancements in the system, they might be interfering with the expected configuration.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the relevant configuration settings in SAP (usually found in the Financial Accounting or Controlling modules).
  Verify the settings for the group currency and ensure that the option for "leading currency" is set correctly as a Boolean value (true/false).
  
  
  
  Review Data Entries:
  
  Check any recent changes or entries made in the system that could have affected the group currency settings.
  Ensure that all entries conform to the expected data types.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on configuring group currencies and leading currencies.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the configuration to ensure that the error no longer appears and that the system behaves as expected.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the configuration and data entries, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like OB22 (for defining currencies) or OBY6 (for defining company code settings) to access the relevant configuration settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Forums: Consider visiting SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the FINCS_MD_CONSUNIT086 error message.