How To Fix SAPLWSII009 - Different currencies in the purchase orders for incoming invoice

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SAPLWSII - SAP Retail Store: Incoming Invoice

• Message number: 009

• Message text: Different currencies in the purchase orders for incoming invoice

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SAPLWSII009 - Different currencies in the purchase orders for incoming invoice ?

  The SAP error message SAPLWSII009 indicates that there is a discrepancy in the currencies used in the purchase order and the incoming invoice. This typically occurs when the currency of the purchase order does not match the currency of the invoice being processed. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Currency Mismatch: The purchase order (PO) is created in one currency (e.g., USD), while the incoming invoice is in a different currency (e.g., EUR).
  Exchange Rate Issues: If the currencies are different, there may be issues with the exchange rates or the conversion might not be set up correctly in the system.
  Configuration Settings: The settings in the vendor master data or company code may not allow for transactions in multiple currencies.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Purchase Order Currency:
  
  Verify the currency used in the purchase order. You can do this by navigating to the purchase order in SAP and checking the currency field.
  
  
  
  Check Incoming Invoice Currency:
  
  Review the incoming invoice to confirm the currency it is being processed in. Ensure it matches the currency of the purchase order.
  
  
  
  Adjust Invoice Currency:
  
  If the invoice is in a different currency, you may need to either:
  
  Convert the invoice to match the purchase order currency.
  Create a new invoice in the correct currency that matches the purchase order.
  
  
  
  
  
  Vendor Master Data:
  
  Check the vendor master data to ensure that the vendor is set up to handle transactions in the required currencies. You can do this by reviewing the vendor's currency settings in the vendor master record.
  
  
  
  Exchange Rate Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the exchange rates are correctly maintained in the system. You can check this in the transaction code OB08 (Maintain Exchange Rates) to see if the rates are up to date.
  
  
  
  Multi-Currency Settings:
  
  If your organization deals with multiple currencies, ensure that the configuration settings in the company code and purchasing organization allow for transactions in different currencies.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  ME23N: Display Purchase Order
  MIRO: Enter Incoming Invoice
  OB08: Maintain Exchange Rates
  XK03: Display Vendor
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to currency handling in invoices and purchase orders.
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files related to invoice processing and currency management for additional guidance.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message SAPLWSII009 and ensure that the currencies in your purchase orders and incoming invoices are aligned.