How To Fix FKKEXC272 - Currency key &1, payment amount in transaction currency &2

FKKEXC272 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FKKEXC - Message Class for External Payments

• Message number: 272

• Message text: Currency key &1, payment amount in transaction currency &2

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FKKEXC272 - Details

• The SAP error message FKKEXC272 typically occurs in the context of the Contract Accounts Receivable and Payable (FI-CA) module. This error indicates that there is a mismatch between the currency key and the payment amount in the transaction currency. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  
  Cause:
  
  
  Currency Mismatch: The error arises when the currency key specified in the transaction does not match the currency of the payment amount. This can happen if:
  
  The payment is being processed in a different currency than what is expected.
  There is a configuration issue where the currency settings for the customer or vendor account do not align with the transaction.
  
  
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for currencies in the FI-CA module may not be set up correctly, leading to inconsistencies.
  
  
  Data Entry Errors: Manual entry errors during transaction processing can lead to incorrect currency keys being used.
  
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Currency Settings:
  
  Verify the currency settings for the customer