How To Fix SALV_X_API117 - Amount colum &1 requires a currency

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SALV_X_API - Messages for ALV API exceptions

• Message number: 117

• Message text: Amount colum &1 requires a currency

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SALV_X_API117 - Amount colum &1 requires a currency ?

  The SAP error message SALV_X_API117 indicates that there is an issue with an amount column in a report or ALV (ABAP List Viewer) grid that requires a currency to be specified. This error typically arises when the system expects a currency field to be associated with a monetary value, but it is either missing or not properly defined.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Currency Field: The amount column is defined, but the corresponding currency field is not provided or is empty.
  Incorrect Data Definition: The data structure used for the ALV report may not have the necessary currency field linked to the amount.
  Data Type Issues: The data type of the amount field may not be compatible with the expected currency format.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Data Structure: Ensure that the data structure used for the ALV report includes both the amount and the currency fields. The currency field should be defined in the same structure or as a related field.
  
  
  Define Currency Field: If the currency field is missing, you need to add it to the data structure. This can be done by modifying the underlying data source or the internal table used for the ALV.
  
  
  Set Currency in ALV: When creating the ALV, ensure that you specify the currency field correctly. This can be done using the SET_CURRENCY method or similar methods in the ALV API.
  
  
  Check Data Population: Ensure that the currency field is populated with valid currency codes (e.g., 'USD', 'EUR') for each entry in the internal table.
  
  
  Review ALV Configuration: If you are using a custom ALV layout, check the configuration to ensure that the amount and currency fields are correctly linked.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  ALV Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation on ALV for detailed information on how to set up and configure ALV reports, including handling currency fields.
  Data Dictionary: Check the Data Dictionary (SE11) for the relevant table or structure to ensure that the currency field is defined correctly.
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider debugging the report to trace where the currency field is being set or where it might be missing.
  
  By addressing the above points, you should be able to resolve the SALV_X_API117 error and ensure that your ALV report functions correctly with the required currency information.