How To Fix /PRA/ACCOUNTING293 - Currency is not defined for the company &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PRA/ACCOUNTING -

• Message number: 293

• Message text: Currency is not defined for the company &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PRA/ACCOUNTING293 - Currency is not defined for the company & ?

  The SAP error message /PRA/ACCOUNTING293 Currency is not defined for the company & typically indicates that the system is unable to find a currency definition for the specified company code in the context of the application you are using (often related to the Public Sector or Project Accounting modules).
  Cause:
  
  Missing Currency Configuration: The currency for the specified company code has not been defined in the system.
  Incorrect Company Code: The company code referenced in the error message may be incorrect or not properly set up in the system.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system, there may have been issues in transferring currency settings.
  Customizing Settings: The necessary customizing settings for currency definitions may not have been completed.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Define Currency for Company Code:
  
  Go to the transaction code OB22 (or navigate through the menu: SPRO > Financial Accounting > General Ledger > Master Data > G/L Account > Prepare G/L Account Creation > Define G/L Account).
  Check if the currency is defined for the company code in question. If not, you will need to add the appropriate currency.
  
  
  
  Check Company Code Settings:
  
  Use transaction code OX02 to verify the company code settings. Ensure that the company code is correctly configured and that the currency is set up.
  
  
  
  Review Customizing Settings:
  
  Ensure that all necessary customizing settings related to currencies are completed. This may involve checking the settings in the Financial Accounting (FI) module.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the settings, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP Basis or FI consultant for guidance.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OB22 for currency settings and OX02 for company code configuration.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to company code and currency settings.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support or your internal SAP team for further investigation.