How To Fix OPS_SE_PUR001 - Currency is derived from header (item &1)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OPS_SE_PUR - Purchasing: Messages for Service Enabling

• Message number: 001

• Message text: Currency is derived from header (item &1)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OPS_SE_PUR001 - Currency is derived from header (item &1) ?

  The SAP error message OPS_SE_PUR001, which states "Currency is derived from header (item &1)," typically occurs in the context of purchasing documents, such as purchase orders or purchase requisitions. This error indicates that there is a mismatch or inconsistency in the currency settings between the header and item levels of the document.
  Cause:
  
  Currency Mismatch: The currency defined at the header level of the document does not match the currency defined at the item level. In SAP, the currency for a purchasing document is usually set at the header level and should be consistent across all items.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the system settings related to currency handling in purchasing documents.
  Data Entry Errors: Manual entry errors during the creation of the document can lead to discrepancies in currency settings.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Header and Item Currencies:
  
  Open the purchasing document in question.
  Verify the currency set at the header level (usually found in the document overview).
  Check the currency for the specific item (item &1) to ensure it matches the header currency.
  
  
  
  Adjust Currency Settings:
  
  If there is a mismatch, you may need to adjust the currency at the item level to match the header currency.
  If the item currency needs to be different for valid business reasons, consider whether the document should be created in a different currency or if the header currency needs to be changed.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  If the issue persists, review the configuration settings in the SAP system related to currency handling in purchasing documents. This may involve checking the settings in the relevant customizing transactions (e.g., SPRO).
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling currency settings in purchasing documents.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like ME21N (Create Purchase Order), ME22N (Change Purchase Order), or ME23N (Display Purchase Order) to view and edit purchasing documents.
  Currency Types: Understand the different currency types in SAP (e.g., document currency, local currency, and hard currency) and how they interact.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the OPS_SE_PUR001 error in your SAP system.