KM132 - Combination of currency type &1 and valuation type &2 is not allowed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KM - Error messages for Profit Center Accounting

• Message number: 132

• Message text: Combination of currency type &1 and valuation type &2 is not allowed

What causes this issue?

This is most likely a system error.

How to fix this error?

Contact the SAP Hotline.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KM132 - Combination of currency type &1 and valuation type &2 is not allowed ?

  The SAP error message KM132, which states "Combination of currency type &1 and valuation type &2 is not allowed," typically occurs in the context of SAP's Financial Accounting (FI) or Controlling (CO) modules. This error indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of currency types and valuation types in your SAP system.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The currency type and valuation type combination you are trying to use is not configured correctly in the system. This can happen if the combination is not allowed based on the settings in the controlling area or company code.
  Missing Entries: There may be missing entries in the configuration tables that define valid combinations of currency types and valuation types.
  Data Entry Errors: The error can also arise from incorrect data entry in the transaction where the currency type and valuation type are specified.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP (Transaction SPRO).
  Navigate to Controlling > Cost Element Accounting > Master Data > Define Valuation Types.
  Ensure that the currency type and valuation type you are using are correctly defined and allowed in your configuration.
  
  
  
  Review Currency Types:
  
  Check the currency types defined in your system (Transaction OB22).
  Ensure that the currency type you are using is valid for the valuation type you are trying to apply.
  
  
  
  Validate Data Entry:
  
  Review the transaction where the error occurred and ensure that the currency type and valuation type are entered correctly.
  Make sure that the values are consistent with the allowed combinations in your configuration.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on currency types and valuation types relevant to your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the configuration and data entry, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Currency Types: These define how currencies are used in transactions (e.g., local currency, group currency, etc.).
  Valuation Types: These are used to determine how values are calculated and reported in financial statements.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OB22 (for currency types) and SPRO (for configuration).
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the KM132 error message in SAP.