How To Fix /PF1/MSG_PO_E117 - Transaction currency doesn¦t exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PF1/MSG_PO_E -

• Message number: 117

• Message text: Transaction currency doesn¦t exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PF1/MSG_PO_E117 - Transaction currency doesn¦t exist ?

  The SAP error message /PF1/MSG_PO_E117 indicates that the transaction currency specified in a purchase order (PO) does not exist in the system. This can occur for various reasons, such as incorrect configuration, missing currency settings, or issues with the master data.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Currency Configuration: The currency you are trying to use may not be defined in the system.
  Incorrect Purchase Order Data: The purchase order may have been created with an incorrect or unsupported currency.
  Master Data Issues: The vendor or material master data may not have the required currency settings.
  Company Code Settings: The company code may not be configured to use the specified currency.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Currency Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code OB08 to check if the currency is defined in the system.
  Ensure that the currency is active and properly configured.
  
  
  
  Review Purchase Order Data:
  
  Open the purchase order in transaction ME23N and verify the currency field.
  If the currency is incorrect, you may need to change it or create a new purchase order with the correct currency.
  
  
  
  Verify Vendor and Material Master Data:
  
  Check the vendor master data using transaction XK03 to ensure that the vendor is set up with the correct currency.
  Similarly, check the material master data using transaction MM03 to confirm that the material is associated with the correct currency.
  
  
  
  Check Company Code Settings:
  
  Ensure that the company code is configured to use the specified currency. You can check this in the company code settings via transaction OBY6.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Basis or Functional Team:
  
  If the issue persists, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP Basis or functional team to investigate further, as there may be underlying configuration issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  ME23N: Display Purchase Order
  OB08: Maintain Exchange Rates
  XK03: Display Vendor
  MM03: Display Material
  OBY6: Company Code Global Settings
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to currency settings and purchase order processing for more detailed guidance.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the /PF1/MSG_PO_E117 error message.