How To Fix M8_2044 - In contract &1, currency &2 and exchange rate &3 are fixed

M8_2044 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M8_2 - Logistics Invoice Verification

• Message number: 044

• Message text: In contract &1, currency &2 and exchange rate &3 are fixed

What causes this issue?

In contract &V1&, currency &V2& and exchange rate &V3& are fixed.
The currency &V4&, entered for the invoice document, is different from
these fixed specifications.

System Response

Further processing of the invoice document is only possible if the fixed
currency key matches the entered currency key.

How to fix this error?

If this check was made in dialog mode, you must correct the invoice
amount and the currency code.
To do this, enter currency key &V2&.
You can also delete the currency key on the entry screen. In this case,
the fixed currency key and exchange rate from the contract are copied
automatically.
If this message is generated by the background check, you must delete
the invoice and enter it again with the correct currency key.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M8_2044 - In contract &1, currency &2 and exchange rate &3 are fixed ?

  The SAP error message M8_2044 indicates that there is an issue related to currency and exchange rates in a contract. Specifically, it suggests that the currency and exchange rate for the specified contract are fixed, which means that you cannot change them or perform certain operations that would require changing these values.
  
  Cause:
  
  Fixed Currency and Exchange Rate: The contract has been set up with a fixed currency and exchange rate, which prevents any modifications that would alter these values.
  Contract Status: The status of the contract may not allow changes to the currency or exchange rate. For example, if the contract is already in use or has been finalized, changes may be restricted.
  Configuration Settings: The system configuration may enforce rules that prevent changes to fixed currencies and exchange rates in certain scenarios.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Contract Details: Check the contract details to confirm the currency and exchange rate settings. If they are indeed fixed, you