How To Fix G00378 - Doctype &1 doesn't post in trans.currency: Characteristic will be hidden

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: G00 - SAP Consolidation

• Message number: 378

• Message text: Doctype &1 doesn't post in trans.currency: Characteristic will be hidden

What causes this issue?

Document type &V1& does not post in transaction currency. Therefore,
the transaction currency must be a hidden postable characteristic.

System Response

The "hidden" indicator is automatically selected for the characteristic
"transaction currency".

How to fix this error?

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

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message G00378 - Doctype &1 doesn't post in trans.currency: Characteristic will be hidden ?

  The SAP error message G00378 indicates that a document type (Doctype) is not allowed to post in a transaction currency. This typically occurs in the context of financial postings, where certain document types are restricted from being used with specific currencies due to configuration settings in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Document Type Configuration: The document type in question may not be configured to allow postings in the specified transaction currency. This can happen if the document type is set up to only allow postings in a specific currency (e.g., local currency).
  Currency Settings: The currency settings in the company code or the controlling area may restrict the use of certain currencies for specific document types.
  Characteristic Settings: The error message also mentions that a characteristic will be hidden, which suggests that there may be a characteristic in the document type configuration that is not compatible with the transaction currency.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Document Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the document type in question (Transaction Code: OBA7 for document types).
  Verify if the document type is allowed to post in the transaction currency you are trying to use. If not, you may need to adjust the settings or create a new document type that allows for the desired currency.
  
  
  
  Review Currency Settings:
  
  Check the currency settings for the company code (Transaction Code: OX15) and ensure that the transaction currency is allowed for the document type you are using.
  Ensure that the currency settings in the controlling area (if applicable) are also configured correctly.
  
  
  
  Adjust Characteristic Settings:
  
  If the error message indicates that a characteristic will be hidden, review the characteristics associated with the document type and ensure they are compatible with the transaction currency.
  You may need to modify the characteristics or the configuration to allow for the desired currency.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for specific guidance on the configuration of document types and currency settings.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform a test posting to ensure that the error message no longer appears and that the document can be posted successfully.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OBA7 (Document Type Configuration), OX15 (Company Code Currency Settings), and others that may be relevant to your specific SAP environment.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or patches that may address the issue.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user attempting the posting has the necessary authorizations to use the document type and currency in question.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP support team or consult with an SAP expert for further assistance.