How To Fix MEOUT202 - Currency key for net price missing from item &1


SAP Error Message - Details

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: MEOUT - New Business Logic for Outline Agreements

  • Message number: 202

  • Message text: Currency key for net price missing from item &1

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  • What causes this issue?

    The net price can only be converted for item &1 if the currency key has
    been specified.

    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?

    Provide the currency key in the <LS>CURRENCY</> field in the BAPI
    parameter <LS>POHEADER</>.

    Procedure for System Administrators


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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MEOUT202 - Currency key for net price missing from item &1 ?

    The SAP error message MEOUT202, which states "Currency key for net price missing from item &1," typically occurs in the context of purchasing documents, such as purchase orders or purchase requisitions. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a currency key for the net price of a specific item in the document.

    Cause:

    1. Missing Currency Key: The most common cause is that the currency key for the net price of the item is not maintained in the relevant fields of the purchasing document.
    2. Incorrect Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the purchasing document types or the material master data.
    3. Data Entry Errors: Manual data entry errors can lead to missing or incorrect currency information.
    4. Incomplete Master Data: The material or vendor master data may not have the necessary currency information set up.

    Solution:

    1. Check the Purchasing Document:

      • Open the purchasing document (e.g., purchase order or requisition) in SAP.
      • Navigate to the item level and check if the currency field is populated correctly.
      • If the currency is missing, enter the correct currency key (e.g., USD, EUR) for the net price.
    2. Review Material Master Data:

      • Go to the material master record for the item in question.
      • Ensure that the currency information is correctly maintained in the purchasing view.
    3. Vendor Master Data:

      • Check the vendor master data to ensure that the currency settings are correct.
      • Make sure that the vendor is set up to transact in the currency you are trying to use.
    4. Configuration Settings:

      • If the issue persists, review the configuration settings for purchasing documents in the SAP IMG (Implementation Guide).
      • Ensure that the document types and item categories are correctly configured to handle currency information.
    5. Recreate the Document:

      • If the document is not too complex, consider recreating it to ensure that all necessary fields are populated correctly.
    6. Consult SAP Notes:

      • Check for any relevant SAP Notes or updates that may address this specific error message or related issues.

    Related Information:

    • Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like ME21N (Create Purchase Order), ME22N (Change Purchase Order), or ME23N (Display Purchase Order) to access and modify purchasing documents.
    • Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can analyze the program logic to identify where the currency key is being checked and why it is missing.
    • User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the purchasing documents and master data.

    By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the MEOUT202 error and ensure that the currency key for the net price is correctly maintained in your purchasing documents.

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