How To Fix G00661 - Group currency could not be determined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: G00 - SAP Consolidation

• Message number: 661

• Message text: Group currency could not be determined

What causes this issue?

The current data record contains values for consolidation unit &V1& in
ledger &V2&. The group currency resulting from it could not be
determined.

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?

Make sure that ledger &V2& should be posted to. Check the group
currency defined inthe ledger in Customizing of consolidation.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message G00661 - Group currency could not be determined ?

  The SAP error message G00661, which states "Group currency could not be determined," typically occurs in the context of financial transactions or reporting when the system is unable to identify the appropriate group currency for a company code or a controlling area. This can happen for various reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for resolving the issue.
  Causes:
  
  
  Missing Configuration: The group currency may not be defined in the company code or controlling area settings. This can happen if the configuration was not completed during the initial setup of the company code.
  
  
  Incorrect Master Data: The master data for the company code or controlling area may be incomplete or incorrect, leading to the inability to determine the group currency.
  
  
  Currency Type Settings: The currency type settings in the system may not be correctly configured, which can affect how currencies are determined during transactions.
  
  
  Transaction Context: The error may arise in specific transactions where the system expects a group currency to be defined but cannot find it due to the reasons mentioned above.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Company Code Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code OBY6 (or OBY1 for controlling area) to check the configuration of the company code or controlling area.
  Ensure that the group currency is defined correctly. The group currency is usually set to either Euro (EUR) or US Dollar (USD), but it can vary based on the organization's requirements.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the master data for the relevant company code or controlling area to ensure that all necessary fields are filled out correctly.
  You can use transaction codes like OB52 to check the settings for the fiscal year variant and ensure that the currency settings are correct.
  
  
  
  Verify Currency Type Settings:
  
  Ensure that the currency type settings are correctly configured in the system. You can check this in the configuration settings under Financial Accounting.
  
  
  
  Test with Different Transactions:
  
  If the error occurs during a specific transaction, try to replicate the issue with different data or in a different context to see if the problem persists.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to currency configuration and error messages for additional insights.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above configurations, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide specific notes or patches that address the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OBY6, OBY1, OB52, and others that pertain to financial configuration.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to error G00661 in the SAP Support Portal for any known issues or patches.
  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 the cause of the G00661 error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.