How To Fix M8_2208 - Conversion between document currency & company code currency not allowed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M8_2 - Logistics Invoice Verification

• Message number: 208

• Message text: Conversion between document currency & company code currency not allowed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M8_2208 - Conversion between document currency & company code currency not allowed ?

  The SAP error message M8_2208, which states "Conversion between document currency & company code currency not allowed," typically occurs in the context of financial transactions or postings where there is an attempt to convert between different currencies in a way that is not permitted by the system settings or configuration.
  Cause:
  
  
  Currency Settings: The error often arises when the document currency (the currency in which the transaction is recorded) and the company code currency (the currency in which the company’s financial statements are prepared) are not compatible for conversion. This can happen if:
  
  The document currency is not defined in the currency settings of the company code.
  The exchange rate type used for conversion is not maintained or is incorrect.
  The transaction is trying to convert between currencies that are not allowed by the system configuration.
  
  
  
  Transaction Type: Certain transaction types may not allow currency conversion due to specific business rules or settings in the SAP system.
  
  
  Missing Exchange Rates: If the necessary exchange rates for the conversion are not maintained in the system, this error can occur.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Currency Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the document currency is allowed for the company code. You can check this in the configuration settings for currencies in the SAP system.
  Go to the transaction code OB08 to maintain exchange rates and ensure that the necessary rates are defined.
  
  
  
  Review Exchange Rate Types:
  
  Verify that the exchange rate type being used for the transaction is correctly set up and that the rates are maintained for the relevant currencies.
  
  
  
  Transaction Review:
  
  Review the transaction that is causing the error to ensure that it is being processed correctly and that the currencies involved are appropriate for the transaction type.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the error message and related configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, especially if it involves complex configurations or custom developments.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OB08 (Maintain Exchange Rates), OBY6 (Define Company Code Currency), and OBY1 (Define Global Parameters for Company Code).
  Currency Types: Understand the different types of currencies in SAP, including document currency, company code currency, and group currency.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or patches that may resolve the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.