How To Fix HRITFMY004 - Only &1 is allowed as Currency

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRITFMY - Message Class - Malaysia

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Only &1 is allowed as Currency

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRITFMY004 - Only &1 is allowed as Currency ?

  The SAP error message HRITFMY004, which states "Only &1 is allowed as Currency," typically occurs in the context of Human Resources (HR) or Payroll modules when there is an issue with the currency settings in the system. This error indicates that the system is expecting a specific currency (denoted by &1) but has encountered a different one.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Currency Configuration: The currency used in the payroll or HR infotype does not match the expected currency defined in the system settings.
  Master Data Issues: Employee master data may have been set up with a different currency than what is allowed for the specific payroll area or infotype.
  Infotype Data Entry: When entering data in infotypes (like IT0008 for Basic Pay), the currency entered may not be valid for the employee or the payroll area.
  Customizations or Enhancements: Custom developments or enhancements in the system may have altered the expected currency settings.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration: 
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the relevant payroll area and ensure that the correct currency is set up.
  Verify the currency settings in the relevant infotypes (e.g., IT0008, IT0014) to ensure they match the expected currency.
  
  
  
  Review Employee Master Data:
  
  Check the employee master data to ensure that the currency is correctly set. You can do this by using transaction codes like PA20 (Display HR Master Data) or PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data).
  Ensure that the employee's payroll area is correctly assigned and that it corresponds to the expected currency.
  
  
  
  Data Entry Validation:
  
  When entering data in infotypes, ensure that the currency being used is the one that is allowed. If you are unsure, refer to the configuration or consult with your SAP HR administrator.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any documentation related to the specific payroll area or infotype to understand the currency requirements.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP HR expert for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA20, PA30, and SPRO (for configuration).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or patches that may address the issue.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to make changes to the relevant infotypes and master data.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the HRITFMY004 error and implement a solution to resolve it.