How To Fix IHC270 - ISO currency key & is not assigned (header).

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IHC - IHC Messages

• Message number: 270

• Message text: ISO currency key & is not assigned (header).

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IHC270 - ISO currency key & is not assigned (header). ?

  The SAP error message IHC270 indicates that there is an issue with the ISO currency key not being assigned in the context of the Intercompany Financial Management (IHC) module. This error typically arises when the system is trying to process a transaction that involves currency conversion or intercompany transactions, and it cannot find the necessary currency assignment.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Currency Assignment: The ISO currency key is not assigned to the relevant company code or business partner in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a configuration issue in the IHC settings or in the currency settings for the involved entities.
  Data Inconsistencies: There could be inconsistencies in the master data related to currencies, such as missing or incorrect entries in the currency tables.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Currency Assignment:
  
  Go to the relevant configuration settings in SAP (Transaction Code: SPRO).
  Navigate to Financial Accounting (FI) > Financial Accounting Global Settings > Currencies > Define Currencies.
  Ensure that the ISO currency key is correctly assigned to the company code or business partner involved in the transaction.
  
  
  
  Review IHC Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration for Intercompany Financial Management (IHC) to ensure that all necessary settings are correctly defined.
  Ensure that the currency settings for intercompany transactions are properly configured.
  
  
  
  Master Data Review:
  
  Review the master data for the involved company codes and business partners to ensure that all necessary currency information is correctly maintained.
  Use transaction codes like BP (Business Partner) or OBY6 (Company Code Global Settings) to check the relevant settings.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the transaction again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help notes related to IHC and currency assignments for additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OB22 (for currency types), OBY6 (for company code settings), and BP (for business partner settings).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the IHC270 error message.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to view and modify currency assignments and configurations.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP IHC and financial configurations.