How To Fix GC180 - Currency difference item not maintained

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GC - Error Messages for Consolidation/Extended General Ledger

• Message number: 180

• Message text: Currency difference item not maintained

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GC180 - Currency difference item not maintained ?

  The SAP error message GC180 ("Currency difference item not maintained") typically occurs in the context of financial accounting, particularly when dealing with foreign currency transactions. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a corresponding currency difference item for a transaction that involves currency conversion.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The currency difference account is not configured in the system. This can happen if the necessary settings for currency differences in the relevant company code or chart of accounts are not maintained.
  Incorrect Account Assignment: The account assigned for currency differences may not be valid or may not exist in the system.
  Transaction Type Issues: The transaction type being used may not be set up to handle currency differences properly.
  Foreign Currency Valuation: If foreign currency valuation is not set up correctly, it can lead to this error when trying to post transactions that involve currency differences.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP (Transaction Code: SPRO).
  Navigate to Financial Accounting (FI) > General Ledger Accounting > Business Transactions > Foreign Currency Valuation.
  Ensure that the currency difference accounts are properly defined for the relevant company code and that the account assignments are correct.
  
  
  
  Maintain Currency Difference Accounts:
  
  Ensure that the currency difference accounts are maintained in the chart of accounts.
  You can check this in the transaction code OBY6 (for company code settings) or OB52 (for account assignments).
  
  
  
  Review Transaction Types:
  
  Check the transaction types being used for the postings. Ensure that they are configured to handle currency differences correctly.
  
  
  
  Run Foreign Currency Valuation:
  
  If applicable, run the foreign currency valuation process (Transaction Code: FAGL_FCV) to ensure that all necessary currency differences are calculated and posted.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for specific details related to your version of SAP, as configurations can vary.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  OBY6: Company Code Global Parameters
  OB52: Open and Close Posting Periods
  FAGL_FCV: Foreign Currency Valuation
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to make changes to the configuration settings.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP Financial Accounting.