How To Fix PSS4_MSG151 - Project Currency was derived from Responsible Cost Center

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PSS4_MSG - Message class for simplified Projects

• Message number: 151

• Message text: Project Currency was derived from Responsible Cost Center

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PSS4_MSG151 - Project Currency was derived from Responsible Cost Center ?

  The SAP error message PSS4_MSG151, which states "Project Currency was derived from Responsible Cost Center," typically occurs in the context of project management and cost accounting within SAP. This message indicates that the project currency for a specific project is being derived from the responsible cost center, which may not align with the expected configuration or data entry.
  Cause:
  
  Cost Center Configuration: The responsible cost center for the project may have a different currency than what is expected for the project. This can happen if the cost center is set up in a different currency than the project currency.
  Project Definition: The project may not have been defined correctly, or the currency settings in the project definition may not match the currency settings of the responsible cost center.
  Currency Settings: The system may be configured to derive the project currency from the cost center, and if there is a mismatch, this error will occur.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Cost Center Currency: Verify the currency settings of the responsible cost center. Ensure that the currency of the cost center matches the expected project currency.
  
  Navigate to the cost center master data and check the currency field.
  
  
  
  Review Project Definition: Check the project definition to ensure that the currency settings are correct. You can do this by:
  
  Going to the project definition in SAP (using transaction code CJ20N or similar).
  Reviewing the currency settings and ensuring they align with the responsible cost center.
  
  
  
  Adjust Project Settings: If necessary, adjust the project settings to ensure that the project currency is set correctly. This may involve changing the project currency or reassigning the responsible cost center.
  
  
  Consult Configuration: If the issue persists, consult with your SAP configuration team to review the settings related to project currency derivation. They may need to adjust the configuration to ensure that the project currency is derived correctly.
  
  
  Documentation and Training: Ensure that users are trained on how to set up projects and cost centers correctly to avoid this issue in the future. Documentation on the correct procedures can help prevent similar errors.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CJ20N (Project Builder), KS01 (Create Cost Center), and KS02 (Change Cost Center) for managing project and cost center data.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP Notes can provide additional insights or solutions.
  User Roles: Ensure that users have the appropriate roles and authorizations to make changes to project and cost center settings.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the PSS4_MSG151 error and ensure that your project currency settings are correctly aligned with your cost center configurations.