How To Fix PM203 - Country currency &1 <> crrncy entered &2 , no foreign currency designated

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PM - Extended Payment Functions

• Message number: 203

• Message text: Country currency &1 <> crrncy entered &2 , no foreign currency designated

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PM203 - Country currency &1 <> crrncy entered &2 , no foreign currency designated ?

  The SAP error message PM203 indicates a mismatch between the country currency and the currency entered in a transaction. Specifically, it means that the currency you are trying to use does not match the expected currency for the country associated with the transaction. This error typically occurs in the context of financial transactions, such as when creating or processing purchase orders, invoices, or other financial documents.
  Cause:
  
  Currency Mismatch: The currency you entered (denoted as &2) does not match the country currency (denoted as &1) defined in the system for the relevant country.
  Configuration Issues: The system may not be configured to allow foreign currencies for the specific transaction type or for the specific country.
  Missing Foreign Currency Settings: The foreign currency settings may not be properly defined in the configuration for the relevant company code or purchasing organization.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Currency Settings:
  
  Verify the country currency settings in the SAP configuration. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration settings in the SAP system (usually under Financial Accounting or Controlling).
  Ensure that the currency you are trying to use is allowed for the specific country and transaction type.
  
  
  
  Use Correct Currency:
  
  If you are entering a transaction, ensure that you are using the correct currency that matches the country currency defined in the system.
  If you need to use a foreign currency, check if the transaction allows for it and if it is properly configured.
  
  
  
  Define Foreign Currency:
  
  If foreign currency transactions are required, you may need to define foreign currency settings in the system. This can include setting up exchange rates and ensuring that the relevant company code is configured to accept foreign currencies.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP administrator to understand the specific configuration settings related to currencies and how they apply to your transactions.
  
  
  
  Transaction Type:
  
  Ensure that the transaction type you are using supports foreign currency transactions. Some transaction types may be restricted to local currency only.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like OB08 (for maintaining exchange rates) or OX15 (for defining company codes) to check or modify currency settings.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to currency handling in your version of SAP.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to perform transactions in different currencies.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these aspects, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP support team for further assistance.