How To Fix GLE_MCA648 - No MCA key relevant for process category IFX assigned to account &1 &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GLE_MCA - Multicurrency Accounting

• Message number: 648

• Message text: No MCA key relevant for process category IFX assigned to account &1 &2

What causes this issue?

The system has encountered a document line representing an implicit FX
transaction with a G/L account that has no IFX-relevant MCA key assigned
to it. That is, the account either has no MCA key assigned, or an MCA
key that is not assigned to a process type of process category IFX.

System Response

The system cannot perform further derivations and it cannot derive a
position account for this account. Processing of the corresponding
company code is terminated.

How to fix this error?

Maintain the MCA key in Customizing activity
<DS:SIMG.FI_GL_MD_FS00_DC>Edit G/L Account centrally</>

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GLE_MCA648 - No MCA key relevant for process category IFX assigned to account &1 &2 ?

  The SAP error message GLE_MCA648 indicates that there is no MCA (Multi-Currency Accounting) key assigned to the specified account for the process category IFX (Intercompany Foreign Exchange). This error typically arises in the context of financial transactions involving foreign currency and intercompany processes.
  Cause:
  
  Missing MCA Key: The primary cause of this error is that the account specified in the error message does not have an MCA key assigned for the process category IFX. This means that the system does not know how to handle foreign exchange transactions for this account.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the MCA settings in the SAP system, particularly related to the account or the process category.
  Account Type: The account type may not be set up to handle intercompany transactions or foreign currency transactions.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Assign MCA Key:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP (Transaction Code: SPRO).
  Navigate to the section for Financial Accounting (FI) and then to the settings for Multi-Currency Accounting.
  Check the account specified in the error message and ensure that an appropriate MCA key is assigned for the process category IFX.
  If no key is assigned, create or assign a relevant MCA key that corresponds to the requirements of the intercompany foreign exchange transactions.
  
  
  
  Review Account Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the account is configured correctly to handle foreign currency transactions.
  Check if the account is set up as an intercompany account if applicable.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources related to Multi-Currency Accounting and intercompany transactions for additional guidance on setting up MCA keys.
  
  
  
  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 SPRO (for configuration), FS00 (for account master data), and others that may be useful in troubleshooting.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or patches that may address known issues.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to account configurations and MCA settings.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in financial accounting within SAP.