How To Fix GK198 - Local currency of cons unit & is not maintained

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GK - Messages for SAP Consolidation

• Message number: 198

• Message text: Local currency of cons unit & is not maintained

What causes this issue?

The master data of consolidation unit &V1& does not show a local
currency.

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?

Go to the master data for consolidation unit &V1& in Customizing and
enter the local currency.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GK198 - Local currency of cons unit & is not maintained ?

  The SAP error message GK198, which states "Local currency of cons unit & is not maintained," typically occurs in the context of controlling (CO) or financial accounting (FI) when there is an issue with the local currency settings for a controlling unit (such as a cost center, internal order, or profit center).
  Cause:
  
  Missing Local Currency Configuration: The local currency for the controlling unit (cons unit) has not been defined in the system. This can happen if the controlling unit was created without specifying a local currency.
  Incorrect Master Data: The master data for the controlling unit may be incomplete or incorrectly configured, leading to the absence of a local currency.
  Currency Type Issues: There may be issues related to the currency type settings in the system, which can affect how currencies are assigned to various units.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Maintain Local Currency:
  
  Go to the relevant configuration transaction in SAP (e.g., OX19 for controlling area settings).
  Check the settings for the controlling unit and ensure that the local currency is maintained.
  If the controlling unit is a cost center, you can maintain the local currency in the cost center master data (transaction code KS01 or KS02).
  
  
  
  Check Master Data:
  
  Review the master data for the controlling unit to ensure that all required fields, including local currency, are filled out correctly.
  If necessary, update the master data to include the local currency.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the controlling area is properly configured with the correct currency settings. This can be done in the configuration settings for the controlling area (transaction code OX19).
  Verify that the currency type settings are correct and that they align with the requirements of your organization.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If the issue persists, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  KS01: Create Cost Center
  KS02: Change Cost Center
  OX19: Maintain Controlling Area
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the controlling unit and its master data.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the GK198 error and ensure that the local currency for the controlling unit is properly maintained.