How To Fix GU277 - Activate the 'Display currencies' indicator

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GU - FI-SL utilities

• Message number: 277

• Message text: Activate the 'Display currencies' indicator

What causes this issue?

You want to clear currency differences, but you have not activated the
"Currencies" parameter.

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?

Activate the parameter.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GU277 - Activate the 'Display currencies' indicator ?

  The SAP error message GU277, which states "Activate the 'Display currencies' indicator," typically occurs in the context of financial reporting or when working with currency-related settings in SAP. This error indicates that the system requires the 'Display currencies' indicator to be activated for the relevant configuration or transaction.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Configuration Settings: The 'Display currencies' indicator is not activated in the relevant configuration settings for the company code or controlling area.
  Missing Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or change currency settings.
  Transaction Context: The specific transaction or report being executed requires the display of multiple currencies, but the system is not set up to handle that.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the GU277 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Activate the 'Display currencies' Indicator:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen.
  Navigate to the configuration path: SPRO > SAP Reference IMG > Financial Accounting (New) > Financial Accounting Global Settings (New) > Currencies > Activate Display Currencies.
  Ensure that the 'Display currencies' indicator is activated for the relevant company code or controlling area.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify currency settings. This may involve checking roles and profiles assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Review Transaction Settings:
  
  If the error occurs during a specific transaction, review the transaction settings to ensure that it is configured to allow for the display of multiple currencies.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on currency settings and configurations.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above settings, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like OB08 (for maintaining exchange rates) or OBY6 (for defining currencies) depending on your specific needs.
  Currency Types: Understand the different currency types in SAP, such as local currency, group currency, and transaction currency, as they may affect how the 'Display currencies' indicator is utilized.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to currency display settings or the GU277 error.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the GU277 error and successfully activate the 'Display currencies' indicator in your SAP system.