How To Fix ISUPFC027 - Error occurred when converting currency fields

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ISUPFC - Messages for Price Simulation

• Message number: 027

• Message text: Error occurred when converting currency fields

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ISUPFC027 - Error occurred when converting currency fields ?

  The SAP error message ISUPFC027, which states "Error occurred when converting currency fields," typically arises during processes that involve currency conversion, such as during the posting of financial documents, reporting, or data transfer between systems. This error can occur for several reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for finding a solution.
  Causes of ISUPFC027
  
  
  Currency Configuration Issues: The currency settings in the system may not be correctly configured. This includes missing or incorrect exchange rates, currency types, or currency keys.
  
  
  Missing Exchange Rates: If the system cannot find the necessary exchange rate for the currencies involved in the transaction, it will throw this error.
  
  
  Data Type Mismatch: There may be a mismatch in the data types of the currency fields being processed, leading to conversion errors.
  
  
  Incorrect Document Type: The document type being processed may not support the currency conversion being attempted.
  
  
  Rounding Issues: Sometimes, rounding differences can cause issues during currency conversion, especially if the system is trying to convert between currencies with different decimal places.
  
  
  User Authorizations: Lack of proper authorizations for the user performing the transaction can also lead to errors in currency conversion.
  
  
  Solutions to ISUPFC027
  
  
  Check Currency Configuration:
  
  Ensure that all relevant currencies are correctly configured in the system.
  Verify that the currency types and keys are set up properly.
  
  
  
  Verify Exchange Rates:
  
  Check if the necessary exchange rates are maintained in the system for the currencies involved.
  You can do this by navigating to the transaction code OB08 (Maintain Exchange Rates) and ensuring that the rates are up to date.
  
  
  
  Review Data Types:
  
  Ensure that the data types of the currency fields being processed are compatible and correctly defined in the system.
  
  
  
  Check Document Type:
  
  Verify that the document type being used supports the currency conversion. If not, consider using a different document type.
  
  
  
  Rounding Settings:
  
  Review the rounding settings in the system to ensure they are appropriate for the currencies being converted.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform transactions involving currency conversion.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If the issue persists, consider using the SAP debugger to trace the error and identify the exact point of failure in the code.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes like OB08 (Maintain Exchange Rates), OBA1 (Maintain Currency Types), and OBA3 (Define Currency Translation) for managing currency settings.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on currency conversion and related configuration settings.
  Support Community: Engage with the SAP Community or forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the ISUPFC027 error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.