How To Fix RE983 - Payment currency & and document currency & not in table T9FMC

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RE - Earmarked funds

• Message number: 983

• Message text: Payment currency & and document currency & not in table T9FMC

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RE983 - Payment currency & and document currency & not in table T9FMC ?

  The SAP error message RE983 indicates that there is a mismatch between the payment currency and the document currency in a financial transaction. Specifically, it means that the combination of the payment currency and document currency is not found in the table T9FMC, which is used to define valid currency pairs for payment processing in SAP.
  Cause:
  
  Currency Pair Not Defined: The primary cause of this error is that the specific combination of payment currency and document currency has not been defined in the T9FMC table.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a configuration issue in the system where the necessary currency pairs have not been set up correctly.
  Data Entry Error: There could be a mistake in the data entry where the wrong currency codes are being used.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Table T9FMC:
  
  Go to transaction code SE16 or SE16N in SAP.
  Enter the table name T9FMC and check if the combination of payment currency and document currency exists.
  If it does not exist, you will need to add the necessary entry.
  
  
  
  Define Currency Pair:
  
  If the currency pair is missing, you can define it by using transaction code OB22 (for defining currency types) or through the appropriate configuration path in the SAP IMG (Implementation Guide).
  Navigate to Financial Accounting (FI) > Financial Accounting Global Settings (New) > Currencies > Define Payment Currencies and ensure that the required currency pair is set up.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the configuration for currencies is correctly set up in your system. This includes checking the settings for currency types and ensuring that they are properly linked to the relevant company codes.
  
  
  
  Data Entry Verification:
  
  Verify the data entry for the transaction that triggered the error. Ensure that the correct currency codes are being used and that they match the expected values in the system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the configuration or how to proceed, consult the SAP documentation or reach out to your SAP support team for assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Table T9FMC: This table contains the valid combinations of payment currencies and document currencies. It is essential for ensuring that transactions can be processed without errors related to currency mismatches.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OB22 (for currency configuration) and SE16/SE16N (for table viewing).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to currency configuration and the RE983 error message for additional guidance or known issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RE983 error and ensure that the necessary currency combinations are correctly configured in your SAP system.