How To Fix M8037 - PO not selectable (curr. & /exch. rate & fixed)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M8 - Invoice Verification/Valuation

• Message number: 037

• Message text: PO not selectable (curr. & /exch. rate & fixed)

What causes this issue?

A fixed currency exchange rate has been specified in the purchase order.
The document you are currently processing specifies a different
exchange rate or a different currency. Because of this you cannot select
this purchase order.

How to fix this error?

You must terminate the selection and process the invoice item for this
purchase order separately, in a document of its own.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M8037 - PO not selectable (curr. & /exch. rate & fixed) ?

  The SAP error message M8037 "PO not selectable (curr. & /exch. rate & fixed)" typically occurs when there are issues related to currency and exchange rates in the context of a Purchase Order (PO). Here’s a breakdown of the potential causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Currency Mismatch: The currency of the Purchase Order may not match the currency of the invoice or the currency set in the system for the transaction.
  Exchange Rate Issues: The exchange rate for the currencies involved may not be maintained or may be outdated. This can happen if the exchange rate is not defined for the date of the transaction.
  Fixed Exchange Rate: If the Purchase Order is set to use a fixed exchange rate, and the current exchange rate does not match the fixed rate, this error can occur.
  Document Type Restrictions: Certain document types may have restrictions on currency or exchange rate settings that can lead to this error.
  Currency Type Settings: The currency type settings in the configuration may not allow for the transaction to be processed.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Currency Settings:
  
  Verify that the currency of the Purchase Order matches the currency of the invoice or the transaction.
  Ensure that the currency settings in the vendor master data are correct.
  
  
  
  Maintain Exchange Rates:
  
  Go to the transaction code OB08 to check and maintain the exchange rates. Ensure that the exchange rate for the relevant currencies is defined for the date of the transaction.
  If the exchange rate is fixed, ensure that it is correctly set up in the system.
  
  
  
  Review Purchase Order:
  
  Check the Purchase Order for any inconsistencies in currency or exchange rate settings. Make sure that the PO is not set to a fixed exchange rate if it should be variable.
  
  
  
  Document Type Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration of the document type used for the Purchase Order to ensure that it allows for the currencies and exchange rates being used.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for known issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  OB08 (Maintain Exchange Rates)
  ME23N (Display Purchase Order)
  ME21N (Create Purchase Order)
  
  
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on currency and exchange rate handling in purchasing.
  
  
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to view and modify Purchase Orders and currency settings.
  
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in the Materials Management (MM) module for further assistance.