How To Fix IDFI009 - Only values 1, 2, 3, and 4 are allowed for the date/currency indicator

IDFI009 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IDFI - International Development

• Message number: 009

• Message text: Only values 1, 2, 3, and 4 are allowed for the date/currency indicator

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IDFI009 - Only values 1, 2, 3, and 4 are allowed for the date/currency indicator ?

  The SAP error message IDFI009 indicates that there is an issue with the date/currency indicator in your SAP system. This error typically arises when a value that is not allowed is entered for the date/currency indicator field. The valid values for this field are 1, 2, 3, and 4, which correspond to specific settings or configurations in the system.
  
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  An invalid value (not 1, 2, 3, or 4) is entered in the date/currency indicator field.
  There may be a configuration issue or a data entry error in the transaction or report you are trying to execute.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Input Values: Ensure that the value you are entering in the date/currency indicator field is one of the allowed values (1, 2, 3, or 4). 
  
  1: Local currency
  2: Group currency
  3: Hard currency
  4: Index currency
  
  
  
  Review Configuration: If you are unsure about the correct value to use, consult with your SAP configuration team or refer