How To Fix /NFM/CA220 - Enter a valid new currency in place of &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /NFM/CA -

• Message number: 220

• Message text: Enter a valid new currency in place of &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /NFM/CA220 - Enter a valid new currency in place of & ?

  The SAP error message /NFM/CA220 Enter a valid new currency in place of & typically occurs in the context of currency conversion or when trying to change the currency in a financial transaction or configuration. The error indicates that the system expects a valid currency code, but the input provided is either invalid or not recognized by the system.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Currency Code: The currency code entered does not exist in the system or is not properly configured.
  Currency Not Active: The currency may not be active in the system settings or may not be allowed for the specific transaction.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of currency settings in the relevant financial modules.
  User Input Error: The user may have mistyped the currency code or used an incorrect format.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Currency Code: Verify that the currency code you are trying to enter is valid. You can do this by checking the list of active currencies in the system.
  
  Use transaction code OB08 to view and manage exchange rates and currency settings.
  
  
  
  Activate Currency: If the currency is not active, you may need to activate it in the system. This can usually be done in the configuration settings.
  
  Navigate to the relevant configuration area (e.g., Financial Accounting) and ensure that the currency is set up correctly.
  
  
  
  Correct Input: Ensure that you are entering the currency code in the correct format. Currency codes are typically three-letter codes (e.g., USD for US Dollar, EUR for Euro).
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the currency codes or configurations, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP administrator.
  
  
  Check User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to perform transactions involving the currency in question.
  
  
  Contact Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OB08 (Maintain Exchange Rates) and OB22 (Define Currency Types).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to currency handling in your version of SAP.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on how to correctly enter currency codes and understand the implications of currency changes in financial transactions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and successfully enter a valid currency in the system.