How To Fix FINS_ACDOC_CUST146 - Currency type &1 can't be used in global currency conversion settings

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FINS_ACDOC_CUST - Unified Journal Entry - Customizing

• Message number: 146

• Message text: Currency type &1 can't be used in global currency conversion settings

What causes this issue?

Currency type &V1& is defined as company code dependent. You have
entered it in the global currency conversion settings. This is not
allowed.

System Response

The data can't be saved.

How to fix this error?

Correct the data.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FINS_ACDOC_CUST146 - Currency type &1 can't be used in global currency conversion settings ?

  The SAP error message FINS_ACDOC_CUST146 indicates that there is an issue with the currency type being used in the global currency conversion settings. This error typically arises when the currency type specified is not valid for the context in which it is being used, particularly in financial accounting or controlling settings.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Currency Type: The currency type specified (denoted as &1 in the error message) is not configured correctly in the system or is not allowed for the specific transaction or report.
  Configuration Issues: The currency type may not be set up in the global settings for currency conversion, or it may not be assigned to the relevant company code or controlling area.
  Missing Customizing: The necessary customizing settings for the currency type may be missing or incorrectly defined in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Currency Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code OB08 to check the currency types defined in the system.
  Ensure that the currency type you are trying to use is listed and correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Review Global Currency Conversion Settings:
  
  Navigate to the relevant customizing settings for currency conversion (transaction code SPRO).
  Follow the path: Financial Accounting (New) -> Financial Accounting Global Settings -> Currencies -> Define Global Currency Conversion Settings.
  Verify that the currency type in question is included in the settings.
  
  
  
  Assign Currency Type to Company Code:
  
  Ensure that the currency type is assigned to the relevant company code or controlling area.
  You can check this in the configuration settings for the company code (transaction code OBY6).
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to currency types and conversion settings for any specific requirements or limitations.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above configurations, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide additional insights or patches if it is a known issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Currency Types: In SAP, currency types are used to define how different currencies are treated in financial transactions. Common currency types include:
  
  10: Company code currency
  20: Group currency
  30: Hard currency
  40: Index currency
  
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  OB08: Maintain exchange rates and currency types.
  SPRO: Access the SAP Reference IMG for configuration settings.
  OBY6: Configuration for company code settings.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the currency type in your SAP system.