How To Fix FINS_ACDOC_CUST161 - Company code &2 uses real-time integration for currency type &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FINS_ACDOC_CUST - Unified Journal Entry - Customizing

• Message number: 161

• Message text: Company code &2 uses real-time integration for currency type &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FINS_ACDOC_CUST161 - Company code &2 uses real-time integration for currency type &1 ?

  The SAP error message FINS_ACDOC_CUST161 indicates that there is an issue related to the configuration of currency types in the context of real-time integration for a specific company code. This error typically arises when there is a mismatch or misconfiguration in the settings for currency types in the Financial Accounting (FI) module, particularly when dealing with real-time integration scenarios.
  Cause:
  
  
  Currency Type Configuration: The error suggests that the company code (denoted by &2) is set up to use real-time integration, but there is an issue with the specified currency type (denoted by &1). This could be due to:
  
  The currency type not being properly defined or activated in the system.
  The currency type being incompatible with the real-time integration settings for the company code.
  Missing or incorrect configuration in the customizing settings for the currency types.
  
  
  
  Integration Settings: The integration settings between different modules (like FI and CO) may not be aligned correctly, leading to this error when trying to post transactions.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Currency Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code OB22 (Define Currency Types) and verify that the currency type in question is correctly defined and activated.
  Ensure that the currency type is compatible with the real-time integration settings.
  
  
  
  Review Company Code Settings:
  
  Use transaction code OBY6 (Edit Company Code) to check the settings for the company code &2. Ensure that the real-time integration settings are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Adjust Integration Settings:
  
  If the error is related to integration between modules, review the settings in the relevant configuration areas (like controlling area settings) to ensure that they are consistent and correctly set up.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to currency types and real-time integration for any specific guidelines or updates that may apply to your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OB22 (Define Currency Types), OBY6 (Edit Company Code), and others that may be useful for configuration checks.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any notes related to FINS_ACDOC_CUST161 for additional insights or patches that may address the issue.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, providing insights or solutions from other users' experiences.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with an SAP FI consultant or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.