How To Fix FINS_ACDOC_CUST460 - External currency type &2 of currency type &1: Both must be equal

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FINS_ACDOC_CUST - Unified Journal Entry - Customizing

• Message number: 460

• Message text: External currency type &2 of currency type &1: Both must be equal

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FINS_ACDOC_CUST460 - External currency type &2 of currency type &1: Both must be equal ?

  The SAP error message FINS_ACDOC_CUST460 indicates that there is a mismatch between the external currency type and the currency type in a financial document. Specifically, the error states that the external currency type (&2) and the currency type (&1) must be equal for the transaction to be processed.
  Cause:
  This error typically occurs in the following scenarios:
  
  Currency Configuration: The configuration for the currency types in the system may not be set up correctly. For example, if the document is being processed in a currency that is not compatible with the expected currency type.
  Transaction Data: The transaction data being entered may have inconsistent currency types. For instance, if a document is being created or modified, and the currencies specified do not match the expected values.
  Customizing Settings: There may be issues in the customizing settings related to currency types in the financial accounting module.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Currency Types:
  
  Verify the currency types used in the transaction. Ensure that the external currency type matches the currency type defined in the document.
  You can check the currency settings in the relevant transaction or document.
  
  
  
  Review Document Settings:
  
  If you are creating or modifying a document, ensure that the currency fields are filled out correctly and consistently.
  Make sure that the document is being processed in the correct currency type.
  
  
  
  Configuration Review:
  
  Review the configuration settings in the SAP system for currency types. This can be done through the SPRO transaction (SAP Reference IMG) under Financial Accounting settings.
  Check the settings for the currency types in the relevant company code and ensure they are correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on currency types and their configurations.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making any changes, test the transaction again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Seek Help from SAP Support:
  
  If the issue cannot be resolved through the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like FB01 (Post Document), FB50 (G/L Account Document), or F-02 (General Posting) to check the documents causing the error.
  Currency Types: Familiarize yourself with the different currency types in SAP, such as local currency, group currency, and transaction currency.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the FINS_ACDOC_CUST460 error in your SAP system.