How To Fix KM173 - Invalid currency type.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 173

• Message text: Invalid currency type.

What causes this issue?

You entered an invalid currency type for Profit Center Accounting.
In Profit Center Accounting you can only use some of the currency types
which exist in the R/3 System.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Display the "Possible entries" and choose the desired currency type.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KM173 - Invalid currency type. ?

  The SAP error message KM173 "Invalid currency type" typically occurs when there is an issue with the currency settings in a transaction or configuration. This error can arise in various contexts, such as during the posting of financial documents, when processing invoices, or in reporting.
  Causes of KM173 Error
  
  
  Incorrect Currency Code: The currency code used in the transaction may not be recognized by the system. This can happen if the currency is not defined in the system or if there is a typo in the currency code.
  
  
  Missing Currency Configuration: The currency type may not be properly configured in the system. This includes settings in the currency types table or in the relevant configuration settings.
  
  
  Currency Type Mismatch: The currency type used in the transaction may not match the expected currency type for the document or transaction type.
  
  
  Master Data Issues: The master data (such as vendor or customer records) may have incorrect or