How To Fix FINS_ACDOC_CUST459 - External currency type &2 of currency type &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FINS_ACDOC_CUST - Unified Journal Entry - Customizing

• Message number: 459

• Message text: External currency type &2 of currency type &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FINS_ACDOC_CUST459 - External currency type &2 of currency type &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message FINS_ACDOC_CUST459 indicates that there is an issue with the currency configuration in the system. Specifically, it states that the external currency type specified (denoted as &2) for the currency type (denoted as &1) does not exist in the system. This error typically arises during financial transactions or postings where currency conversion is involved.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Currency Configuration: The external currency type you are trying to use has not been defined in the system.
  Incorrect Currency Type: The currency type specified may be incorrect or not properly set up in the system.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a typo or incorrect entry in the transaction where the currency type is specified.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or enhancements, they may not be handling currency types correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Currency Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code OB22 (for defining currency types) and verify that the external currency type exists for the specified currency type.
  Ensure that the currency type is correctly defined and that the necessary settings are in place.
  
  
  
  Verify Transaction Data:
  
  Review the transaction or document that triggered the error. Check if the currency type and external currency type are correctly specified.
  Make sure that the currency codes used are valid and exist in the system.
  
  
  
  Update or Create Currency Types:
  
  If the external currency type does not exist, you may need to create it. This can be done in the same configuration area (OB22).
  Ensure that all necessary settings for the currency type are completed, including exchange rate types if applicable.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on currency types and configurations.
  
  
  
  Check for Custom Code:
  
  If there are any custom programs or enhancements, review the code to ensure that it correctly handles currency types and does not introduce errors.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  OB22: Define Currency Types
  OB08: Maintain Exchange Rates
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on this error.
  Documentation: Review the SAP Financial Accounting (FI) documentation for more details on currency types and their configurations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the FINS_ACDOC_CUST459 error message.