How To Fix P9153 - G/L acct currency &1 and clearing account currency &2 are not identical

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: P9 - EU-Specific Messages: Pymnt Program, Banks, Pymnt Methods

• Message number: 153

• Message text: G/L acct currency &1 and clearing account currency &2 are not identical

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message P9153 - G/L acct currency &1 and clearing account currency &2 are not identical ?

  The SAP error message P9153 indicates that there is a mismatch between the currency of a General Ledger (G/L) account and the currency of a clearing account during a transaction. This typically occurs in scenarios where financial postings are being made, and the system expects both accounts involved in the transaction to be in the same currency.
  Cause:
  
  Currency Mismatch: The G/L account and the clearing account are set up with different currencies. For example, if the G/L account is in USD and the clearing account is in EUR, this error will occur.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration of the accounts in the chart of accounts may not align properly, leading to discrepancies in currency settings.
  Transaction Type: Certain transaction types may require that both accounts involved be in the same currency, and if they are not, this error will be triggered.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Account Configuration:
  
  Go to the G/L account master data and verify the currency settings for both the G/L account and the clearing account.
  Ensure that both accounts are set to the same currency.
  
  
  
  Adjust Transaction Settings:
  
  If the transaction allows, consider changing the currency of the transaction to match the currency of the G/L account or the clearing account.
  If applicable, use a different clearing account that matches the currency of the G/L account.
  
  
  
  Review Posting Logic:
  
  If you are using custom programs or enhancements, review the logic to ensure that it correctly handles currency conversions or postings to the appropriate accounts.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for specific configurations related to your organization's setup.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, perform test transactions to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like FS00 (G/L Account Master Data) to check account settings or OBY6 (Define Company Code Global Parameters) to review currency settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user performing the transaction has the necessary permissions to access and modify account settings.
  
  By addressing the currency mismatch and ensuring that both accounts are configured correctly, you should be able to resolve the P9153 error.