How To Fix IDFIHU177 - Not all companies have the same currency

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IDFIHU - FI Developments for Hungary

• Message number: 177

• Message text: Not all companies have the same currency

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IDFIHU177 - Not all companies have the same currency ?

  The SAP error message IDFIHU177, which states "Not all companies have the same currency," typically occurs in the context of financial transactions or reporting when there is a mismatch in the currency settings of different company codes involved in a transaction. This can happen in various scenarios, such as intercompany transactions, consolidations, or when trying to generate reports that involve multiple company codes.
  Cause:
  
  Different Currencies: The primary cause of this error is that the company codes involved in the transaction or report are set up with different local currencies. For example, one company code may be using USD while another is using EUR.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the SAP system where the currency settings for the company codes are not aligned.
  Transaction Type: Certain transaction types may require that all involved company codes use the same currency, especially in intercompany transactions.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Company Code Settings:
  
  Go to the transaction code OB22 to check the currency settings for each company code.
  Ensure that the currencies are set correctly and that they align with the requirements of the transaction or report.
  
  
  
  Adjust Transaction:
  
  If possible, adjust the transaction to ensure that it only involves company codes with the same currency.
  If intercompany transactions are necessary, consider using a currency conversion or adjusting the transaction to accommodate the different currencies.
  
  
  
  Use Currency Translation:
  
  If you need to report or process transactions across different currencies, consider using currency translation features in SAP. This may involve setting up exchange rates and ensuring that the system can handle conversions appropriately.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for specific guidance on handling currency issues in your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, perform tests to ensure that the error does not recur and that transactions can be processed as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OB22 (for company code currency settings), OB08 (for maintaining exchange rates), and FB50 (for general ledger postings).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to currency handling in your version of SAP.
  User Roles: Ensure that users have the appropriate roles and permissions to make changes to company code settings and currency configurations.
  
  By addressing the currency mismatch and ensuring that all involved company codes are configured correctly, you should be able to resolve the IDFIHU177 error.