How To Fix KP299 - Object currency: Iterate amounts independently is deactivated

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KP - CO-OM Planning

• Message number: 299

• Message text: Object currency: Iterate amounts independently is deactivated

What causes this issue?

For the current run of price calculation, the indicator 'Object Currency
- Iterate Amounts Independently' was deactivated.

System Response

The prices in object currency are determined by translation from the
determined prices in the controlling area currency. The use of different
exchange rates means that the costs in the object currency are not
credited completely.

How to fix this error?

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

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KP299 - Object currency: Iterate amounts independently is deactivated ?

  The SAP error message KP299, which states "Object currency: Iterate amounts independently is deactivated," typically occurs in the context of controlling (CO) and profitability analysis (CO-PA) when you are trying to perform a transaction that involves currency conversion or reporting.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the configuration settings in the controlling area or the specific settings for the cost object (like cost centers, internal orders, etc.) where the system is set to not allow independent iteration of amounts in different currencies. This means that the system expects all amounts to be in the same currency or does not allow for the conversion of amounts based on the object currency.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration Settings:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the controlling area or the specific cost object.
  Navigate to the settings related to currency handling. You may need to check the settings for "Object currency" and see if the option for "Iterate amounts independently" is deactivated.
  
  
  
  Activate Independent Iteration:
  
  If you have the necessary authorization, you can activate the option for "Iterate amounts independently." This will allow the system to handle amounts in different currencies independently.
  
  
  
  Review Currency Settings:
  
  Ensure that the currency settings for the relevant cost objects are correctly defined. This includes checking the currency type and ensuring that the object currency is set correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more detailed instructions on how to change these settings. The specific path may vary depending on your SAP version.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue through configuration changes, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. They can provide guidance based on your specific system setup.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like OKKP (for controlling area settings) or KOB1 (for displaying actual line items) to investigate further.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to configuration settings.
  Testing Changes: After making any changes, perform tests to ensure that the error is resolved and that the system behaves as expected.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the KP299 error and ensure that your SAP system can handle currency amounts appropriately.