How To Fix ME560 - In case of currency change, please also select "Scale Lines"

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ME - Purchasing: General Messages

• Message number: 560

• Message text: In case of currency change, please also select "Scale Lines"

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ME560 - In case of currency change, please also select "Scale Lines" ?

  The SAP error message ME560, which states "In case of currency change, please also select 'Scale Lines'," typically occurs during the processing of purchase orders or purchase requisitions when there is a change in currency. This error indicates that the system requires additional information to handle the currency change properly.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when:
  
  A purchase order or requisition is being processed, and the currency has been changed.
  The system expects that if there is a currency change, the user must also select the "Scale Lines" option to ensure that the pricing and quantities are adjusted accordingly.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the ME560 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Select Scale Lines: When you are in the purchase order or requisition screen, look for the option to select "Scale Lines." This option is usually found in the item details or conditions tab. By selecting this option, you inform the system that you want to adjust the scale pricing based on the new currency.
  
  
  Check Currency Settings: Ensure that the currency settings in your purchase order or requisition are correct. If you are changing the currency, make sure that all relevant fields are updated accordingly.
  
  
  Review Pricing Conditions: If you have specific pricing conditions set up for different currencies, ensure that these conditions are correctly maintained in the system. You may need to update or create new conditions for the new currency.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about how to select "Scale Lines" or if the error persists, refer to your organization's SAP documentation or user manuals for detailed instructions.
  
  
  Contact Support: If the issue continues after following the above steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or a functional consultant who can provide further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as ME21N (Create Purchase Order), ME22N (Change Purchase Order), and ME23N (Display Purchase Order) to navigate through the purchasing documents.
  Currency Configuration: Review the configuration settings for currencies in your SAP system, which can be found in the SPRO transaction under the relevant purchasing and financial modules.
  User Training: Ensure that users involved in procurement processes are trained on how to handle currency changes and the implications of selecting scale lines.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the ME560 error and continue with your purchasing activities in SAP.