How To Fix FINS_ACDOC_CUST273 - Currency type &1 in company code &3 does not match val. view ledger &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FINS_ACDOC_CUST - Unified Journal Entry - Customizing

• Message number: 273

• Message text: Currency type &1 in company code &3 does not match val. view ledger &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FINS_ACDOC_CUST273 - Currency type &1 in company code &3 does not match val. view ledger &2 ?

  The SAP error message FINS_ACDOC_CUST273 indicates a mismatch between the currency type defined in the company code and the currency type expected in the valuation view of the ledger. This error typically arises during financial postings or when trying to access financial data in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Currency Type Mismatch: The currency type defined for the company code does not match the currency type expected by the ledger. For example, if the company code is set to use a specific currency type (like local currency), but the ledger is expecting a different type (like group currency), this error will occur.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the Financial Accounting (FI) module, particularly in the settings for ledgers and currency types.
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect data entry during the posting process can also lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Company Code Settings:
  
  Go to the transaction code OBY6 (or SPRO -> Financial Accounting -> Financial Accounting Global Settings -> Company Code -> Edit, Copy, Delete, Check Company Code) and verify the currency type settings for the company code in question.
  Ensure that the currency type matches what is expected by the ledger.
  
  
  
  Check Ledger Settings:
  
  Use transaction code OB22 to check the settings for the ledger. Ensure that the currency type defined in the ledger matches the currency type defined in the company code.
  If necessary, adjust the settings to ensure consistency.
  
  
  
  Review Posting Document:
  
  If the error occurs during a posting, review the document being posted to ensure that the currency type used aligns with the company code and ledger settings.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Basis or Functional Consultant:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue through configuration, it may be necessary to consult with an SAP Basis or FI functional consultant who can provide deeper insights into the configuration and help troubleshoot the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Currency Types: In SAP, currency types are defined to differentiate between local currency, group currency, and other types of currencies used in financial transactions.
  Ledgers: Ledgers in SAP are used to manage financial data and can have specific settings regarding currency types, which must be consistent with the company code settings.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OBY6, OB22, and FB50 (for posting) to navigate and troubleshoot effectively.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the FINS_ACDOC_CUST273 error message in SAP.