How To Fix FINS_ACDOC_CUST269 - Base currency type &1 (&2) is non legal valuation, please enter another

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FINS_ACDOC_CUST - Unified Journal Entry - Customizing

• Message number: 269

• Message text: Base currency type &1 (&2) is non legal valuation, please enter another

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FINS_ACDOC_CUST269 - Base currency type &1 (&2) is non legal valuation, please enter another ?

  The SAP error message FINS_ACDOC_CUST269 indicates that there is an issue with the base currency type being used in a financial transaction. Specifically, it states that the base currency type specified is not a legal valuation type for the transaction being processed. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Currency Type: The currency type specified in the transaction is not recognized as a valid or legal currency type in the system. This could be due to configuration settings or incorrect data entry.
  Configuration Issues: The currency types may not be properly configured in the system, or the specific currency type may not be allowed for the transaction type you are trying to process.
  Transaction Type Restrictions: Certain transaction types may have restrictions on which currency types can be used, leading to this error if an invalid type is selected.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Currency Type: Verify the currency type being used in the transaction. Ensure that it is a valid currency type that is allowed for the specific transaction.
  Review Configuration: Go to the configuration settings in SAP (Transaction Code: SPRO) and check the settings for currency types under Financial Accounting (FI) or Controlling (CO). Ensure that the currency type is correctly defined and allowed for the relevant transaction types.
  Change Currency Type: If the currency type is indeed invalid, you may need to change it to a valid one. This can often be done directly in the transaction screen where the error occurred.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on valid currency types for the transaction you are working with.
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who can provide further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OB22 (for defining currency types) and OBY6 (for defining the settings for currency types).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide additional insights or patches that could resolve the issue.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform transactions with the specified currency type.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.