How To Fix HRPAYDECI158 - Ext. data (T5DB2): Error in currency determination &1 &2

HRPAYDECI158 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYDECI - HR: Payroll Accounting - Construction Industry

• Message number: 158

• Message text: Ext. data (T5DB2): Error in currency determination &1 &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYDECI158 - Ext. data (T5DB2): Error in currency determination &1 &2 ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYDECI158, which indicates an error in currency determination related to external data (specifically from the table T5DB2), typically arises in the context of payroll processing or when handling employee compensation data. Here’s a breakdown of the potential causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  
  Missing or Incorrect Configuration: The currency determination might not be properly configured in the system. This can happen if the relevant currency settings for the employee or the payroll area are not defined correctly.
  
  
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies in the data being processed, such as mismatched currency codes or missing entries in the T5DB2 table, which is used for external data related to payroll.
  
  
  Master Data Issues: The employee master data might not have the correct currency settings, or there could be issues with the infotype records that define the employee's payment details.
  
  
  Custom Development: If there are custom programs or enhancements that