How To Fix OQ_E118 - Please enter a valid currency

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OQ_E - IS-Oil SSR : Message pool Payment Card Processing

• Message number: 118

• Message text: Please enter a valid currency

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OQ_E118 - Please enter a valid currency ?

  The SAP error message OQ_E118, which states "Please enter a valid currency," typically occurs when a currency code entered in a transaction or configuration does not match any of the valid currency codes defined in the system. This can happen in various contexts, such as during the creation of purchase orders, sales orders, or when entering financial data.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Currency Code: The currency code entered may not exist in the system or may be misspelled.
  Currency Not Active: The currency might be inactive or not configured properly in the system.
  Configuration Issues: The currency may not be assigned to the relevant company code or controlling area.
  User Input Error: The user may have entered the currency code incorrectly, such as using an incorrect format or case sensitivity.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Currency Code:
  
  Verify that the currency code entered is correct. You can check the list of valid currency codes in SAP by navigating to the relevant configuration or using transaction codes like OB08 (for maintaining exchange rates) or OX19 (for defining currencies).
  
  
  
  Activate Currency:
  
  If the currency is not active, you may need to activate it. This can be done in the configuration settings under the relevant financial settings.
  
  
  
  Assign Currency to Company Code:
  
  Ensure that the currency is assigned to the relevant company code. You can check this in the configuration settings for the company code.
  
  
  
  Correct User Input:
  
  If the error is due to user input, ensure that the currency code is entered correctly, paying attention to spelling and case.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on currency configuration and management.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to currency management, such as OB08 (Exchange Rate) and OX19 (Define Currencies).
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to currency issues for any patches or updates that may address the problem.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to enter or modify currency-related data.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the OQ_E118 error and ensure that valid currency codes are used in your SAP transactions.