How To Fix /PICM/UI040 - You can only group issues that have the same estimated cost currency

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PICM/UI -

• Message number: 040

• Message text: You can only group issues that have the same estimated cost currency

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PICM/UI040 - You can only group issues that have the same estimated cost currency ?

  The SAP error message /PICM/UI040 indicates that you are trying to group issues (such as maintenance or service requests) that have different estimated cost currencies. This error typically arises in the context of project management or issue tracking within SAP, where financial data is involved.
  
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the system enforces a rule that only allows grouping of issues that share the same currency for estimated costs. This is likely to ensure consistency in financial reporting and analysis, as mixing currencies can lead to confusion and inaccuracies.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Currency Settings: Review the currencies associated with the issues you are trying to group. Ensure that all issues have the same estimated cost currency.
  
  
  Convert Currencies: If you need to group issues with different currencies, consider converting the estimated costs to a common currency. This may involve adjusting the estimated costs