How To Fix PM298 - Last selected currency code reached

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PM - Extended Payment Functions

• Message number: 298

• Message text: Last selected currency code reached

What causes this issue?

The planning closing balances are displayed for each company code and
currency after closing the optimization, in other words a new company
code or new currency always begins on a new page. The number of
currency codes included in the optimization can be smaller than the
number entered on the selection screen. This is the case if not all
selected currency codes in account table TTRCD are maintained and no
payments for these currency codes are saved in the system. The currency
code displayed can be the last although currency codes were selected on
the selection dynpro that are larger than the one displayed.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PM298 - Last selected currency code reached ?

  The SAP error message PM298 "Last selected currency code reached" typically occurs in the context of the Plant Maintenance (PM) module when a user attempts to perform an action that involves currency selection, but the system has already reached the limit of currency codes that can be selected for a particular transaction or operation.
  Cause:
  
  Currency Limitations: The system may have a predefined limit on the number of currency codes that can be selected or processed in a single transaction.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that restrict the use of multiple currencies or limit the currency codes available for certain transactions.
  User Actions: The user may have inadvertently selected a currency that is not allowed or has reached the maximum number of currency selections.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Currency Settings: Review the currency settings in the configuration of the PM module. Ensure that the necessary currencies are enabled and that there are no restrictions on the number of currencies that can be used.
  Transaction Review: If the error occurs during a specific transaction, review the steps taken in that transaction to ensure that the correct currency is being selected and that it is within the allowed limits.
  User Training: Provide training to users on how to properly select currencies in the system to avoid reaching the limit.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling currency codes in the PM module.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, as they may provide insights specific to your system configuration.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide updates and patches that could resolve the issue.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to currency settings and PM operations, such as OX15 (for currency settings) or IW31/IW32 (for work order creation and modification).
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that users have the appropriate roles and authorizations to work with multiple currencies in the PM module.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the PM298 error and implement a solution to resolve it.