How To Fix FINS_ML_ERD014 - Invalid combination: Currency type &1, valuation type &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FINS_ML_ERD - Material Ledger: Exchange Rate Differences

• Message number: 014

• Message text: Invalid combination: Currency type &1, valuation type &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FINS_ML_ERD014 - Invalid combination: Currency type &1, valuation type &2 ?

  The SAP error message FINS_ML_ERD014 indicates that there is an invalid combination of currency type and valuation type in the context of the Multi-Layered (ML) valuation in SAP. This error typically arises during the processing of financial documents, especially when dealing with currency valuations in the context of Material Ledger or other financial transactions.
  Cause:
  The error can occur due to several reasons:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The currency type and valuation type combination may not be correctly configured in the system. This can happen if the settings in the configuration do not allow for the specific combination being used in the transaction.
  Missing Master Data: The relevant master data (like material master or vendor master) may not have the necessary settings for the currency type or valuation type.
  Transaction Data Issues: The transaction data being processed may have inconsistencies or errors that lead to an invalid combination.
  Customizations: If there are custom developments or enhancements in the system, they might interfere with the standard processing logic.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the Material Ledger or the relevant financial module.
  Verify the settings for currency types and valuation types to ensure that the combination you are trying to use is valid.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the material master data or any other relevant master data to ensure that the currency type and valuation type are correctly defined.
  Ensure that the relevant fields are populated correctly.
  
  
  
  Analyze Transaction Data:
  
  Review the transaction that triggered the error. Look for any discrepancies in the currency or valuation type fields.
  If possible, try to replicate the issue with a different set of data to see if the problem persists.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the error message for any specific guidance or known issues.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If you have access to debugging tools, you can analyze the program logic to identify where the invalid combination is being checked and why it is failing.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists and you cannot find a resolution, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. Provide them with the error message details and any relevant transaction data.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to check transaction codes like MM03 (Material Master), MB51 (Material Document List), or FBL1N (Vendor Line Item Display) to review related data.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to FINS_ML_ERD014 for any patches or updates that might address the issue.
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for information on Material Ledger and currency valuation processes.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.