How To Fix G0473 - Document type &1 must post in group currency only

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: G0 - Messages for SAP Consolidation

• Message number: 473

• Message text: Document type &1 must post in group currency only

What causes this issue?

In the settings for document type &V1&, you have specified posting level
0T (<LS>Reported Data: Currency Translation</>) but in the <LS>
Currencies</> group box, you have not activated the <LS>Group Currency
</> indicator exclusively. For posting level 0T, however, postings for
the automatic currency translation must be made in group currency only.

System Response

The settings for document type &V1& are inconsistent and cannot be
saved.

How to fix this error?

Correct the definition of document type &V1& by activating the <LS>Group
Currency</> indicator exclusively in the <LS>Currencies</> group box.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message G0473 - Document type &1 must post in group currency only ?

  The SAP error message G0473 ("Document type &1 must post in group currency only") typically occurs when there is an attempt to post a document in a currency that is not allowed for a specific document type in the context of group currency settings. This error is often related to the configuration of document types and currency settings in the SAP system.
  Cause:
  
  Document Type Configuration: The document type specified in the error message is configured to only allow postings in group currency. If you attempt to post in a local currency or any other currency, this error will be triggered.
  Currency Settings: The currency settings for the company code or the specific document type may not allow for postings in currencies other than the group currency.
  Group Currency Not Defined: If the group currency is not properly defined in the system, it may lead to this error when trying to post documents.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Document Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the document type in question (Transaction Code: OBA7).
  Verify the settings for the document type and ensure that it is configured to allow postings in the desired currency.
  
  
  
  Review Currency Settings:
  
  Check the currency settings for the company code (Transaction Code: OX15).
  Ensure that the group currency is defined and that the document type allows for postings in that currency.
  
  
  
  Post in Group Currency:
  
  If the document type is indeed restricted to group currency, ensure that you are posting the document using the group currency. You may need to convert the amounts to the group currency before posting.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Basis or Functional Consultant:
  
  If you are unsure about the configuration or if changes are needed, consult with your SAP Basis or functional consultant to review the settings and make necessary adjustments.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Group Currency: This is typically the currency used for consolidation purposes in a corporate group. It is defined in the company code settings.
  Document Types: Document types in SAP are used to categorize different types of financial transactions. Each document type can have specific rules regarding currency and posting.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OBA7 (for document type configuration) and OX15 (for company code currency settings) to troubleshoot and resolve the issue effectively.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the G0473 error and successfully post your documents in the appropriate currency.