How To Fix PA012 - Please ensure that costs are always entered with a currency

PA012 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PA - Recruitment Messages

• Message number: 012

• Message text: Please ensure that costs are always entered with a currency

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PA012 - Please ensure that costs are always entered with a currency ?

  The SAP error message PA012 ("Please ensure that costs are always entered with a currency") typically occurs in the context of SAP's Controlling (CO) module, particularly when dealing with cost planning or cost allocation. This error indicates that a cost entry is being made without specifying a currency, which is required for accurate financial reporting and processing.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Currency Field: The cost entry does not have a currency specified. This can happen if the currency field is left blank or if the system is unable to determine the currency from the context.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the controlling area or the relevant cost center that do not enforce currency requirements properly.
  Data Entry Errors: Users may inadvertently skip the currency field while entering costs, especially if they are using a custom transaction or interface.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Currency Field: Ensure that the currency field is filled in when entering costs. If you