How To Fix PRC_CNV116 - Currency &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PRC_CNV - Messages for Conversion Engine

• Message number: 116

• Message text: Currency &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PRC_CNV116 - Currency &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message PRC_CNV116, which states "Currency &1 does not exist," typically occurs when the system is unable to recognize or find the specified currency code in the currency master data. This can happen during various processes, such as data migration, currency conversion, or when performing transactions that involve currency handling.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Currency Master Data: The currency code specified in the transaction or process does not exist in the system's currency master data.
  Incorrect Currency Code: The currency code may have been entered incorrectly, leading to the system not recognizing it.
  Inactive Currency: The currency might exist but is marked as inactive or not available for use in the current configuration.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration settings related to currencies in the SAP system.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Currency Master Data:
  
  Go to the transaction code OB08 (or OBBS for currency settings) to check if the currency code exists in the system.
  If it does not exist, you can create it by entering the currency code and its details.
  
  
  
  Verify Currency Code:
  
  Double-check the currency code used in the transaction or process to ensure it is correct and follows the standard ISO currency codes.
  
  
  
  Activate Currency:
  
  If the currency exists but is inactive, you may need to activate it. This can usually be done in the same transaction where you check the currency master data.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the currency settings in your SAP configuration are correct. This includes checking the settings for currency types and ensuring that they are properly defined.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on handling currency-related issues.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP experts for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OB08 for maintaining currency settings, OB22 for defining currency types, and OB37 for currency translation.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to currency handling that might be relevant to your version of SAP.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and modify currency settings in the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the PRC_CNV116 error and ensure that the currency in question is properly recognized by the SAP system.