How To Fix M8797 - Currency &1 in document &2 different to entered currency

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M8 - Invoice Verification/Valuation

• Message number: 797

• Message text: Currency &1 in document &2 different to entered currency

What causes this issue?

Document &V2& comes from SAP Transportation Management (SAP TM).
The currency agreed in TM document &V2& is &V1&. You entered a different
currency.

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?

Check your entries.
If you delete your entries and choose "Enter", the system takes the
currency &V1& from the TM document.

Procedure for System Administrators

By default, this message is set as a warning. You can set the system
message as an error (<LB>E</>) in Customizing for <LS>Logistics Invoice
Verification</> under <DS:SIMG.SIMG_CFMENUOLMROMRM>Define Attributes of
System Messages</>.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M8797 - Currency &1 in document &2 different to entered currency ?

  The SAP error message M8797 indicates that there is a discrepancy between the currency specified in a document and the currency that is expected or entered in the system. This error typically arises in the context of material management or financial transactions where currency consistency is crucial.
  Cause:
  
  Currency Mismatch: The currency in the document (e.g., purchase order, invoice) does not match the currency defined in the master data (e.g., vendor master, material master).
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that are not aligned with the currency settings of the document.
  Data Entry Errors: Users may have entered the wrong currency when creating or processing the document.
  Exchange Rate Issues: If the document involves currency conversion, there may be issues with the exchange rates defined in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Document Currency: Verify the currency specified in the document and ensure it matches the expected currency for the transaction.
  Review Master Data: Check the master data (vendor, customer, material) to ensure that the currency settings are correct and consistent with the document.
  Correct Data Entry: If the currency was entered incorrectly, correct the entry in the document.
  Configuration Review: Review the configuration settings in the SAP system related to currency settings to ensure they are set up correctly.
  Exchange Rate Maintenance: If applicable, check the exchange rates in the system to ensure they are up to date and correctly configured.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like ME21N (Create Purchase Order), MIRO (Invoice Verification), or others depending on the context of the error.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to currency handling in your version of SAP.
  User Authorization: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to make changes to currency settings or documents.
  Testing: After making corrections, test the transaction again to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP documentation for further troubleshooting.