How To Fix SIPT245 - Billing document &1 not printed; missing currency description for &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SIPT - SIPT: Digital Signature Portugal

• Message number: 245

• Message text: Billing document &1 not printed; missing currency description for &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SIPT245 - Billing document &1 not printed; missing currency description for &2 ?

  The SAP error message SIPT245 indicates that a billing document could not be printed due to a missing currency description. This typically occurs when the system is unable to find the currency information required for printing the billing document.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Currency Configuration: The currency description for the specified currency is not maintained in the system. This can happen if the currency is newly added or if there are configuration issues.
  Master Data Issues: The master data for the customer or vendor may not have the necessary currency information.
  Language Settings: The language settings in the user profile or the document may not match the available currency descriptions.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Currency Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code OB08 to check the exchange rates and ensure that the currency in question is properly configured.
  Ensure that the currency description exists in the system. If it does not, you may need to add it.
  
  
  
  Maintain Currency Descriptions:
  
  Use transaction code OB07 to maintain the currency descriptions. Ensure that the currency in question has a description in the relevant language.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the customer or vendor master data to ensure that the currency is correctly assigned. You can use transaction codes like XD03 (for customers) or MK03 (for vendors) to view the master data.
  
  
  
  Check Language Settings:
  
  Ensure that the language settings for the user profile are correct. You can check this in the user settings or by using transaction code SU01.
  
  
  
  Test Printing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, try to print the billing document again to see if the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  OB08: Maintain Exchange Rates
  OB07: Maintain Currency Descriptions
  XD03: Display Customer
  MK03: Display Vendor
  SU01: User Maintenance
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for billing and currency management for more detailed information on how to manage currencies and billing documents.
  
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for further investigation.