How To Fix GI539 - Document type does not require an additional currency

GI539 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GI - FI-SL update

• Message number: 539

• Message text: Document type does not require an additional currency

What causes this issue?

No additional currency is available for the document type used.

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?

Do not enter an additional currency or use a different document type.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GI539 - Document type does not require an additional currency ?

  The SAP error message GI539, which states "Document type does not require an additional currency," typically occurs when you are trying to post a document in a currency that is not required or allowed for the specific document type you are using. This can happen in various modules, such as Financial Accounting (FI) or Controlling (CO), where document types are configured to handle specific currencies.
  
  Cause:
  
  Document Type Configuration: The document type you are using may not be configured to allow for an additional currency. This is often set in the configuration of the document type in the SAP system.
  Currency Settings: The company code or the specific document type may not be set up to require or allow an additional currency.
  Transaction Type: The transaction you are trying to perform may not support additional currency entries based on the document type.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Document Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the document type in