How To Fix G00684 - Values differ in local and group currency ( &1 )

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: G00 - SAP Consolidation

• Message number: 684

• Message text: Values differ in local and group currency ( &1 )

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message G00684 - Values differ in local and group currency ( &1 ) ?

  The SAP error message G00684 indicates that there is a discrepancy between the values in local currency and group currency for a particular transaction or entry. This typically occurs in financial accounting when the amounts recorded in the local currency do not match the amounts converted to the group currency.
  Causes:
  
  Currency Conversion Issues: The exchange rate used for converting local currency to group currency may not be correctly set or may have changed.
  Data Entry Errors: Manual entry errors can lead to discrepancies between local and group currency values.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration in the financial settings, such as the currency settings for the company code or controlling area.
  Posting Period Issues: If the posting period is closed or if there are inconsistencies in the posting periods for local and group currencies.
  Differences in Rounding: Rounding differences can occur during currency conversion, leading to minor discrepancies.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Exchange Rates: Verify that the exchange rates are correctly maintained in the system. You can do this by checking the transaction code OB08 (Maintain Exchange Rates).
  Review Data Entries: Go through the entries that triggered the error to ensure that the amounts are correctly entered in both local and group currencies.
  Configuration Review: Ensure that the currency settings for the company code and controlling area are correctly configured. This can be checked in the configuration settings (transaction code SPRO).
  Posting Period Check: Ensure that the posting periods are open and consistent for both local and group currencies.
  Rounding Differences: If rounding differences are suspected, consider adjusting the entries to account for these differences.
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  OB08: Maintain Exchange Rates
  SPRO: SAP Reference IMG (for configuration settings)
  FB03: Display Document (to review the document causing the error)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message. You can search for notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to financial accounting and currency management for best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a financial consultant who specializes in SAP systems.