How To Fix R1818 - Currency & does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: R1 - Business Partner Messages from S_BUPA_GENERAL

• Message number: 818

• Message text: Currency & does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message R1818 - Currency & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message R1818, which states "Currency & does not exist," typically occurs when the system encounters a currency code that is not recognized or defined in the system. This can happen in various scenarios, such as during the posting of financial transactions, when generating reports, or when performing currency conversions.
  Causes:
  
  Undefined Currency: The currency code being used in the transaction or report is not defined in the SAP system.
  Incorrect Currency Code: There may be a typo or incorrect currency code being used.
  Missing Currency Configuration: The currency may not be configured properly in the system settings.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system, some currency codes may not have been transferred correctly.
  User Authorization: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access certain currencies.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Currency Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code OB08 to check the currency settings.
  Ensure that the currency code in question is listed and properly configured.
  
  
  
  Verify Currency Code:
  
  Double-check the currency code being used in the transaction or report for any typographical errors.
  
  
  
  Add Missing Currency:
  
  If the currency is indeed missing, you can add it using the transaction code OB08 or through the appropriate configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Review User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to work with the currency in question.
  
  
  
  Check for Data Migration Issues:
  
  If the error occurred after a data migration, verify that all necessary currency codes were included in the migration process.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or support for specific guidance related to your version of SAP and the context in which the error occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  OB08: Maintain exchange rates and currency settings.
  OBY6: Check and maintain currency types.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: 
  
  Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to currency handling in your specific version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Support: 
  
  If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the R1818 error in SAP.