How To Fix /PF1/MSG_PO_E246 - Account Currency is missing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PF1/MSG_PO_E -

• Message number: 246

• Message text: Account Currency is missing

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PF1/MSG_PO_E246 - Account Currency is missing ?

  The SAP error message /PF1/MSG_PO_E246 Account Currency is missing typically occurs in the context of purchasing documents, such as purchase orders or purchase requisitions, when the system expects an account currency to be specified but it is not provided. This can happen for various reasons, often related to configuration or data entry issues.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Currency Information: The account currency is not specified in the relevant master data (e.g., vendor master, material master) or in the document itself.
  Configuration Issues: The system may not be properly configured to handle currency settings for the specific purchasing organization or company code.
  Document Type Settings: The document type being used may not have the necessary settings to allow for currency specification.
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies in the data entered, such as missing fields or incorrect settings in the purchasing info records.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Master Data:
  
  Ensure that the vendor master record has the account currency specified. You can check this in transaction XK03 (Display Vendor) or MK03 (Display Material).
  Verify that the material master record has the necessary currency information if applicable.
  
  
  
  Review Document Entry:
  
  When creating or editing the purchase order or requisition, ensure that the currency field is filled in correctly.
  Check if the currency is specified in the item details of the purchase order.
  
  
  
  Configuration Settings:
  
  Review the configuration settings for the purchasing organization and company code in transaction SPRO. Ensure that the currency settings are correctly defined.
  Check the settings for the document type being used to ensure that it allows for currency specification.
  
  
  
  Check Info Records:
  
  If you are using purchasing info records, ensure that they are correctly set up with the appropriate currency.
  
  
  
  Consult with 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 message.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  ME21N (Create Purchase Order)
  ME22N (Change Purchase Order)
  ME23N (Display Purchase Order)
  XK03 (Display Vendor)
  MK03 (Display Material)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to purchasing and currency settings for more detailed guidance on configuration and data entry.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the error message regarding the missing account currency.