How To Fix G0475 - Only one doc. type is allowed for currency translation of reported data

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: G0 - Messages for SAP Consolidation

• Message number: 475

• Message text: Only one doc. type is allowed for currency translation of reported data

What causes this issue?

You have defined more than one document type for posting level 0T (<LS>
Reported Data: Currency Translation</>). For posting level 0T, however,
only <ZH>one</> document type is allowed per view. The automatic
currency translation uses this document type to post the reported data
values translated into the group currency, if you have set the <LS>
Reading from Universal Document Is Active</> indicator for the current
view and version in the definition of the data streams for integration
(transaction CXN4).

System Response

The Customizing settings for the document type for the currency
translation are inconsistent and cannot be saved.
The system terminates the processing of the currency translation with an
error message.

How to fix this error?

Make sure that you have created only <ZH>one</> document type for the
currency translation for reported data (that is, for posting level 0T).

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 G0475 - Only one doc. type is allowed for currency translation of reported data ?

  The SAP error message G0475, which states "Only one doc. type is allowed for currency translation of reported data," typically occurs in the context of financial reporting and currency translation processes within SAP. This error indicates that there is a configuration issue related to the document types used for currency translation.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by the following factors:
  
  
  Multiple Document Types: The system is configured to allow multiple document types for currency translation, but the process requires only one document type to be used for the translation of reported data.
  
  
  Configuration Settings: The settings in the SAP system for currency translation may not be correctly configured, leading to conflicts when trying to perform the translation.
  
  
  Data Entry Issues: There may be inconsistencies or errors in the data being processed, such as using different document types for the same currency translation process.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the G0475 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for currency translation in SAP (Transaction Code: OB22 or similar).
  Ensure that only one document type is defined for the currency translation process. If multiple document types are defined, modify the settings to allow only one.
  
  
  
  Review Document Types:
  
  Check the document types being used in the currency translation process. Ensure that they are consistent and that only the allowed document type is being used.
  
  
  
  Data Validation:
  
  Validate the data being processed for currency translation. Ensure that there are no discrepancies in the document types used in the reported data.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources related to currency translation and document types to ensure compliance with best practices.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform a test run of the currency translation process to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  
  
  
  Seek Support:
  
  If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who can provide further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OB22 (for document type configuration) and others related to currency translation.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide additional insights or patches that can resolve the issue.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the G0475 error in your SAP system.