How To Fix G0791 - Consolidation unit &1: Source of local currency key inconsistent

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: G0 - Messages for SAP Consolidation

• Message number: 791

• Message text: Consolidation unit &1: Source of local currency key inconsistent

What causes this issue?

You have specified the following settings for consolidation unit &V1&:
On the <LS>Data Collection</> tab page, you have selected the <LS>Read
from Universal Document</> data transfer method.
You have specified the value '&V3&? for the source of the local currency
code. This currency field has the currency key &V4&, which differs from
the currency key &V2& for the local currency of consolidation unit &V1&.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Check the settings for the sender local currency of consolidation unit
&V1& and specify a value for the source of the local currency code for
which the currency key matches the local currency key &V2& of the
consolidation unit.
You specify the source of the local currency code on the <LS>Master Data
</> tab page.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message G0791 - Consolidation unit &1: Source of local currency key inconsistent ?

  The SAP error message G0791, which states "Consolidation unit &1: Source of local currency key inconsistent," typically occurs in the context of financial consolidation processes within SAP. This error indicates that there is an inconsistency in the local currency settings for a specific consolidation unit.
  Cause:
  
  
  Inconsistent Local Currency Settings: The local currency key for the consolidation unit does not match the expected settings in the system. This can happen if:
  
  The local currency key is not defined correctly in the master data of the consolidation unit.
  There are discrepancies between the local currency settings in the consolidation unit and the source data (e.g., financial statements, ledgers).
  Changes were made to the currency settings after data was already entered.
  
  
  
  Missing or Incorrect Configuration: The configuration for the consolidation unit may be incomplete or incorrect, leading to mismatches in currency definitions.
  
  
  Data Migration Issues: If data was migrated from another system or if there were changes in the data structure, it could lead to inconsistencies.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Local Currency Settings:
  
  Go to the master data of the consolidation unit and verify the local currency key. Ensure that it is correctly defined and matches the expected currency for that unit.
  Ensure that the local currency key is consistent across all relevant data sources.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings for the consolidation unit in the SAP system. Ensure that all necessary settings related to currencies are correctly configured.
  If there are any recent changes to the configuration, review those changes to identify any potential issues.
  
  
  
  Data Validation:
  
  Validate the source data for the consolidation unit to ensure that all entries are consistent with the defined local currency.
  If there are discrepancies, correct the source data or adjust the local currency settings accordingly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling currency settings in the context of consolidation.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide insights based on the specific version of SAP you are using.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like OB08 (for maintaining exchange rates) or OBY6 (for defining local currencies) to check and update currency settings.
  SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  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 inconsistency causing the G0791 error in your SAP system.