How To Fix RSCUR059 - Source currency: selected InfoObject &1 does not have currency attribute

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSCUR - Texts for Quantities and Currencies

• Message number: 059

• Message text: Source currency: selected InfoObject &1 does not have currency attribute

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSCUR059 - Source currency: selected InfoObject &1 does not have currency attribute ?

  The SAP error message RSCUR059 indicates that there is an issue with the currency attribute of a selected InfoObject in your data model. This error typically arises when you are trying to perform a currency conversion or when you are working with a query that requires a currency attribute, but the specified InfoObject does not have a currency attribute defined.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Currency Attribute: The InfoObject you are using does not have a currency attribute assigned to it. This is often the case if the InfoObject is not defined as a currency type in the data model.
  Incorrect InfoObject Selection: You may have selected an InfoObject that is not intended for currency-related operations.
  Data Model Configuration: The InfoObject may not be properly configured in the data model, leading to the absence of a currency attribute.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check InfoObject Definition:
  
  Go to the InfoObject in the SAP BW modeling tools.
  Verify if the InfoObject is defined as a currency type. If it is not, you may need to create a new InfoObject with the currency attribute or modify the existing one.
  
  
  
  Add Currency Attribute:
  
  If the InfoObject should have a currency attribute, you can add it by editing the InfoObject definition.
  Ensure that the currency attribute is properly defined and linked to the InfoObject.
  
  
  
  Use Correct InfoObject:
  
  If you are using the wrong InfoObject, replace it with the correct one that has the currency attribute.
  Review the query or report to ensure that the InfoObject selected is appropriate for currency operations.
  
  
  
  Check Query Settings:
  
  If this error occurs in a query, check the query settings to ensure that the InfoObject is correctly configured to handle currency values.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on configuring InfoObjects and currency attributes.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  InfoObject Types: In SAP BW, InfoObjects can be of various types, including characteristics, key figures, and currency types. Ensure you understand the type of InfoObject you are working with.
  Currency Conversion: If you are performing currency conversion, ensure that the InfoObject used for the amount has a corresponding currency InfoObject defined.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RSCUR059 error and ensure that your InfoObject is correctly configured for currency operations.