How To Fix GI548 - Document type only uses additional currency

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GI - FI-SL update

• Message number: 548

• Message text: Document type only uses additional currency

What causes this issue?

You can only post in one addition currency with this document type. The
transaction and local currencies have the value zero. The only ledgers
that are updated with this document type are ledgers that keep &V1& as
a second or third currency (ledger Customizing).
This document type is mainly used for adjustment postings.

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?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GI548 - Document type only uses additional currency ?

  The SAP error message GI548 ("Document type only uses additional currency") typically occurs when you are trying to post a document in a currency that is not the base currency of the document type you are using. This error is often related to the configuration of the document type in the Financial Accounting (FI) module.
  Cause:
  
  Document Type Configuration: The document type you are using is configured to only allow postings in an additional currency (like a foreign currency) and does not support postings in the local currency.
  Currency Settings: The currency settings for the company code or the document type may not be aligned with the currency you are trying to use for the transaction.
  Transaction Type: The transaction you are trying to perform may not be compatible with the document type's currency settings.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Document Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the document type in transaction code OBY6 (for FI document types).
  Verify the currency settings for the document type. Ensure that it allows postings in the desired currency.
  
  
  
  Use the Correct Currency:
  
  If the document type is set to only allow additional currency, ensure that you are entering the transaction in that additional currency.
  If you need to post in the local currency, consider using a different document type that supports local currency postings.
  
  
  
  Review Company Code Settings:
  
  Check the currency settings for the company code in transaction code OB22. Ensure that the local currency and any additional currencies are correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue through configuration changes, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP documentation for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  OBY6: Configuration of document types.
  OB22: Configuration of company code currency settings.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Documentation: Review SAP Help documentation for more details on document types and currency settings in Financial Accounting.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the GI548 error and implement a solution to resolve it.