How To Fix FOT_B2A214 - Currency &1 is not from country &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FOT_B2A - Messages Administration Report Electronic Data Transmission

• Message number: 214

• Message text: Currency &1 is not from country &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FOT_B2A214 - Currency &1 is not from country &2 ?

  The SAP error message FOT_B2A214 indicates that there is a mismatch between the currency and the country in a financial transaction. Specifically, it means that the currency being used is not valid for the specified country. This error typically arises in scenarios involving financial transactions, such as invoicing or payment processing, where the currency must correspond to the country of the transaction.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Currency Assignment: The currency used in the transaction does not match the currency that is expected for the specified country. For example, if you are trying to process a transaction for Germany (country code DE) but are using a currency like USD (US Dollar), this error will occur.
  Configuration Issues: The system may not be configured correctly to recognize the currency-country relationship. This can happen if the currency is not assigned to the country in the SAP configuration.
  Data Entry Errors: Manual entry errors where the wrong currency is selected for a transaction.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Currency Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP configuration settings and verify that the currency is correctly assigned to the country in question. This can be done in the transaction code OB22 (for defining currencies).
  Ensure that the currency is valid for the country in the system settings.
  
  
  
  Correct the Transaction:
  
  Review the transaction details and ensure that the correct currency is being used. If the transaction is meant for a specific country, make sure the currency corresponds to that country.
  If necessary, change the currency in the transaction to one that is valid for the specified country.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Basis or Functional Team:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue through configuration or transaction correction, consult with your SAP Basis or functional team. They may need to check for any underlying configuration issues or system settings that could be causing the error.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the master data (such as vendor or customer master records) to ensure that the currency settings are correct and align with the country settings.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  OB22: To check and configure currency settings.
  FB60/FB70: For entering vendor/customer invoices where this error might occur.
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on currency configuration and country-specific settings.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.