How To Fix GLE_MCA622 - Specify Doc. Date: Transl. Date is derived from Doc. Date (MCA Var. &1)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GLE_MCA - Multicurrency Accounting

• Message number: 622

• Message text: Specify Doc. Date: Transl. Date is derived from Doc. Date (MCA Var. &1)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GLE_MCA622 - Specify Doc. Date: Transl. Date is derived from Doc. Date (MCA Var. &1) ?

  The SAP error message GLE_MCA622 indicates that there is an issue with the document date and translation date in the context of Multi-Currency Accounting (MCA). This error typically arises when the system expects a document date to be specified, but it is not provided, or there is a mismatch between the document date and the translation date.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Document Date: The document date is not specified in the transaction.
  Inconsistent Dates: The translation date is derived from the document date, but the document date is either missing or not valid.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the MCA that are not aligned with the expected behavior for document and translation dates.
  
  Solution:
  
  Specify Document Date: Ensure that the document date is entered correctly in the transaction. This is usually a required field.
  Check Date Consistency: Verify that the document date and translation date are consistent and correctly set. The translation date should be derived from the document date.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings for Multi-Currency Accounting in your SAP system. Ensure that the settings for document and translation dates are correctly defined.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on handling document and translation dates in MCA.
  Error Handling: If the issue persists, consider implementing error handling or logging to capture more details about the transactions that trigger this error.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that may be involved in Multi-Currency Accounting, such as FB01 (Post Document), F-02 (General Posting), etc.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary roles and authorizations to perform transactions involving document dates in MCA.
  Testing: If changes are made to the configuration or data entry processes, conduct thorough testing to ensure that the error does not recur.
  
  If the problem continues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant who specializes in financial accounting within SAP.