How To Fix G00691 - No (mandatory) value in group currency

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: G00 - SAP Consolidation

• Message number: 691

• Message text: No (mandatory) value in group currency

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message G00691 - No (mandatory) value in group currency ?

  The SAP error message G00691, which states "No (mandatory) value in group currency," typically occurs in the context of financial transactions or reporting where a group currency value is required but not provided. This error is often encountered in the following scenarios:
  Cause:
  
  
  Missing Group Currency Value: The primary cause of this error is that a mandatory field for group currency is not filled in. This can happen during the posting of financial documents, such as invoices or journal entries, where the system expects a value in the group currency field.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the company code or controlling area, particularly if the group currency is not set up correctly.
  
  
  Data Entry Errors: Users may inadvertently skip entering the group currency value during data entry.
  
  
  Currency Translation Issues: If there are issues with currency translation settings or if the system is unable to determine the appropriate exchange rate, this error may arise.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Document Entry: Review the document that triggered the error. Ensure that all mandatory fields, especially those related to group currency, are filled in correctly.
  
  
  Verify Configuration: 
  
  Go to the configuration settings for your company code or controlling area and ensure that the group currency is defined correctly.
  Check the settings in transaction code OB22 (for company code) or OKKP (for controlling area) to ensure that the group currency is set up properly.
  
  
  
  Currency Settings: Ensure that the currency settings in the system are correct. This includes checking the exchange rates and ensuring that they are maintained in the system.
  
  
  User Training: If the error is due to data entry mistakes, consider providing additional training to users on the importance of entering values in the group currency field.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the error message and its resolution.
  
  
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider using transaction SE80 or SE37 to debug the program or function module that is generating the error to identify the root cause.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FB01 (for document posting), FBL1N (for vendor line items), and FBL3N (for G/L account line items) to troubleshoot where the error occurs.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Support: If the issue cannot be resolved internally, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the G00691 error and implement a solution to resolve it.