How To Fix FINS_ACDOC_CUST050 - Group currency in company code &1/ledger &2 was added or changed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FINS_ACDOC_CUST - Unified Journal Entry - Customizing

• Message number: 050

• Message text: Group currency in company code &1/ledger &2 was added or changed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FINS_ACDOC_CUST050 - Group currency in company code &1/ledger &2 was added or changed ?

  The SAP error message FINS_ACDOC_CUST050 indicates that there is an issue related to the configuration of the group currency in a specific company code and ledger. This error typically arises when there are inconsistencies or changes in the configuration of the group currency settings in the Financial Accounting (FI) module.
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Changes: The error often occurs when the group currency for a company code or ledger has been added or changed after transactions have already been posted. This can lead to inconsistencies in the financial data.
  Missing Configuration: If the group currency is not properly configured for the company code or ledger, it can trigger this error.
  Data Migration Issues: During data migration or system upgrades, if the group currency settings are not correctly maintained, this error may arise.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code OB22 (or use the path: SPRO > Financial Accounting > Financial Accounting Global Settings > Company Code > Define Global Parameters).
  Verify the group currency settings for the affected company code and ledger. Ensure that the group currency is correctly defined and matches the expected settings.
  
  
  
  Review Changes:
  
  If changes were made to the group currency settings, review the changes to ensure they are valid and do not conflict with existing transactions.
  If necessary, revert any recent changes that may have caused the issue.
  
  
  
  Transaction Data:
  
  Check if there are any open transactions or documents that may be affected by the change in group currency. If there are, you may need to clear or adjust these transactions before making changes to the currency settings.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to this error message for any specific guidance or patches that may address the issue.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the configuration and transactions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide specific notes or patches that can resolve the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  OB22: To check and maintain company code settings.
  OBY6: To check the settings for the ledgers.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  Testing: After making any changes, it is advisable to test the configuration in a development or quality assurance environment before applying it to the production system.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.