How To Fix FR293 - Corp.grp versn and sort.3 only possible with translatn into output curr.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FR - Messages for FI Reporting

• Message number: 293

• Message text: Corp.grp versn and sort.3 only possible with translatn into output curr.

What causes this issue?

In the corporate group version, an account can be created in company
codes with different local currencies. To allow a sorting by sales
revenues (sort 3), the translation must be carried out into an output
currency.

System Response

Error message

How to fix this error?

Complete the selection with the "Translate into output currency"
option.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FR293 - Corp.grp versn and sort.3 only possible with translatn into output curr. ?

  The SAP error message FR293 indicates that there is an issue related to the currency translation in the context of financial reporting, specifically when dealing with corporate group versions and sorting. This error typically arises when you are trying to execute a report or transaction that requires currency conversion, but the settings or data do not allow for it.
  Cause:
  
  Currency Settings: The error often occurs when the report or transaction is set to use a specific currency that is not compatible with the corporate group version or the sorting criteria.
  Missing Translation Data: There may be missing or incorrect currency translation data in the system, which prevents the report from being generated correctly.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration for the corporate group version may not be set up to handle the required currency translations.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Currency Settings: Ensure that the currency settings in the report or transaction are correctly configured. Make sure that the output currency is compatible with the corporate group version you are using.
  Review Translation Data: Verify that the necessary currency translation data is available and correctly maintained in the system. This includes checking the translation types and rates.
  Adjust Report Parameters: If applicable, adjust the parameters of the report to ensure that it aligns with the corporate group version and the required currency settings.
  Consult Configuration: If you have access, review the configuration settings for the corporate group version in the SAP system to ensure that it is set up to allow for currency translations.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting the SAP Help Portal for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OB08 (for maintaining exchange rates) and OBY6 (for defining currency translation).
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to financial reporting and currency translation to understand the requirements and configurations better.
  User Forums: Check SAP community forums or user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FR293 error and successfully execute your report or transaction.