How To Fix SALV_X_API019 - Illegal value for currency presentation mode (&)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SALV_X_API - Messages for ALV API exceptions

• Message number: 019

• Message text: Illegal value for currency presentation mode (&)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SALV_X_API019 - Illegal value for currency presentation mode (&) ?

  The SAP error message SALV_X_API019 indicates that there is an illegal value for the currency presentation mode in the context of using the SAP ALV (ABAP List Viewer) framework. This error typically arises when the currency presentation mode is set to a value that is not recognized or is invalid.
  Cause:
  The error can occur due to several reasons:
  
  Invalid Configuration: The currency presentation mode is set to a value that is not defined in the system or is outside the acceptable range.
  Data Type Mismatch: The value being passed to the currency presentation mode might not match the expected data type or format.
  Custom Code Issues: If you are using custom code or enhancements, there might be a bug or oversight in how the currency presentation mode is being set.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Value: Ensure that the value being assigned to the currency presentation mode is valid. The typical values are:
  
  0: No currency
  1: Local currency
  2: Group currency
  3: Hard currency
  4: Document currency
  Other values may also be defined in your specific SAP environment.
  
  
  
  Review Code: If you are using custom ABAP code, review the section where the currency presentation mode is being set. Ensure that it is using a valid constant or variable that holds an acceptable value.
  
  
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider debugging the program to trace where the currency presentation mode is being set and what value is being passed at runtime.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes or updates that might address this issue. Sometimes, SAP releases patches or notes that provide fixes for known issues.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation for the ALV framework to understand the expected values and their implications.
  
  
  Testing: After making changes, test the report or program to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the currency is displayed correctly.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  ALV Documentation: Familiarize yourself with the ALV documentation in SAP, which provides detailed information on how to use the ALV framework, including currency handling.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  Transaction Codes: You may want to check transaction codes related to ALV reports (like SE38 for executing reports or SE80 for development) to see if there are any related configurations or settings that need to be adjusted.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the SALV_X_API019 error message.