How To Fix FXM_CORE100 - The currency &2 should not be equal to the currency of company code &1.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FXM_CORE -

• Message number: 100

• Message text: The currency &2 should not be equal to the currency of company code &1.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FXM_CORE100 - The currency &2 should not be equal to the currency of company code &1. ?

  The SAP error message FXM_CORE100 indicates a currency mismatch issue in the context of financial transactions, particularly when dealing with foreign currency valuations or postings. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information for this error:
  Cause:
  
  Currency Mismatch: The error occurs when the currency of a transaction (e.g., a document or a posting) does not match the currency of the company code. For example, if the company code is set to use USD, but the transaction is being attempted in EUR, this error will be triggered.
  Configuration Issues: There may be incorrect settings in the configuration of the company code or the transaction type that lead to this mismatch.
  Data Entry Errors: Manual entry errors where the wrong currency is selected for a transaction can also lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Company Code Currency: Verify the currency settings for the company code in the configuration. You can do this by navigating to:
  
  Transaction Code: OX15 (for company code settings)
  Ensure that the currency defined for the company code matches the currency being used in the transaction.
  
  
  
  Review Transaction Currency: When entering a transaction, ensure that the currency selected matches the company code currency. If you are trying to post a transaction in a different currency, consider using a currency conversion or adjusting the transaction to match the company code currency.
  
  
  Adjust Configuration: If the business process requires transactions in multiple currencies, consider configuring the company code to allow for multiple currencies or using a different company code that supports the desired currency.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on handling currency settings and transactions.
  
  
  Error Logs: Check the error logs for additional details that might provide more context on the error. This can help in diagnosing if there are other underlying issues.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  OBY6: For defining company code settings.
  OB22: For defining currency types.
  
  
  
  Currency Types: Understand the different currency types in SAP (e.g., document currency, local currency, and group currency) and how they interact.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for patches or updates that may address known issues.
  
  
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform transactions in the specified currency.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FXM_CORE100 error and ensure that your transactions are processed correctly within SAP.