How To Fix MM_IV_SI_API003 - Document currency is missing in tax item &1.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MM_IV_SI_API - Messages for API_SupplierInvoice_Process

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Document currency is missing in tax item &1.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MM_IV_SI_API003 - Document currency is missing in tax item &1. ?

  The SAP error message MM_IV_SI_API003: Document currency is missing in tax item &1 typically occurs in the context of invoice verification or when processing tax-related items in the Materials Management (MM) module. This error indicates that the system expects a document currency to be specified for a tax item, but it is missing.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Currency Information: The tax item in question does not have a currency specified, which is required for processing.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of tax codes or tax calculation settings in the system.
  Data Entry Errors: During the creation of the invoice or tax item, the currency field may have been left blank or incorrectly populated.
  Integration Issues: If the invoice is being processed from another module (like SD or FI), there may be integration issues leading to missing data.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Tax Item Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for tax codes in the SAP system (Transaction code: SPRO).
  Ensure that the tax codes are correctly configured and that they include the necessary currency information.
  
  
  
  Review Invoice Data:
  
  Check the invoice or document that is causing the error. Ensure that all required fields, especially the currency fields, are filled out correctly.
  If you are using a custom program or interface to create invoices, ensure that it is correctly populating the currency fields.
  
  
  
  Update Tax Item:
  
  If you can identify the specific tax item causing the error (as indicated by &1 in the error message), you may need to manually update it to include the missing currency information.
  
  
  
  Check for User Exits or BAdIs:
  
  If there are any user exits or BAdIs (Business Add-Ins) that modify the behavior of tax processing, review them to ensure they are not inadvertently removing or failing to set the currency.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to this error message for any specific guidance or patches that may address the issue.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the invoice processing again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  FB60: Enter Incoming Invoices
  MIRO: Enter Incoming Invoice
  SPRO: Customizing Implementation Guide
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider debugging the program or transaction to trace where the currency information is being lost.
  
  If the problem continues after trying these solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant who can provide deeper insights into the specific configuration and data setup in your SAP environment.