How To Fix /PM0/AB_IBC_CNFG_I_4152 - Default &2 chara. &1 cannot be imported due to different currencies (&3)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PM0/AB_IBC_CNFG_I_4 -

• Message number: 152

• Message text: Default &2 chara. &1 cannot be imported due to different currencies (&3)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PM0/AB_IBC_CNFG_I_4152 - Default &2 chara. &1 cannot be imported due to different currencies (&3) ?

  The SAP error message /PM0/AB_IBC_CNFG_I_4152 indicates that there is an issue with importing data related to different currencies. Specifically, the message states that a default characteristic (identified by &1) with a certain value (identified by &2) cannot be imported because the currencies involved are different (identified by &3).
  Cause:
  
  
  Currency Mismatch: The primary cause of this error is that the data being imported has a currency that does not match the expected currency for the characteristic in the target system. This can happen when:
  
  The source data is in a different currency than what is configured in the target system.
  There are inconsistencies in currency settings between the source and target systems.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the SAP system regarding currency settings for the characteristics being imported.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Currency Settings:
  
  Verify the currency settings in both the source and target systems. Ensure that the currencies are aligned and compatible.
  If necessary, convert the currency in the source data to match the target system's expected currency.
  
  
  
  Adjust Data:
  
  Modify the data being imported to ensure that all currency values are consistent with the target system's configuration.
  If the characteristic is supposed to support multiple currencies, ensure that the configuration allows for this.
  
  
  
  Review Characteristic Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration of the characteristic in the target system to ensure it is set up correctly to handle the expected currency.
  If the characteristic is defined to accept only a specific currency, consider adjusting the configuration to allow for multiple currencies if applicable.
  
  
  
  Data Mapping:
  
  If you are using a data mapping tool or process, ensure that the mapping correctly handles currency conversions and aligns with the target system's requirements.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to currency handling and characteristic configuration for further insights and best practices.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on handling currency-related issues.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE80 (Object Navigator) to review the definitions of the characteristics and their currency settings.
  Testing: After making adjustments, perform a test import to ensure that the issue is resolved and that the data is imported successfully without currency conflicts.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.