How To Fix SLS_LORD161 - Deviating currencies &1 vs. &2 (ref. doc. &3)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SLS_LORD - Lean Order Prozess

• Message number: 161

• Message text: Deviating currencies &1 vs. &2 (ref. doc. &3)

What causes this issue?

Currency &V2& in reference document &V3& is not the same as currency
&V1& in the current document.

System Response

The system does not allow reference document &V3&.

How to fix this error?

Select a reference document that has currency &V1&, or change the
currency of the current document so that the currencies of both
documents match.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SLS_LORD161 - Deviating currencies &1 vs. &2 (ref. doc. &3) ?

  The SAP error message SLS_LORD161 indicates a currency mismatch in a transaction. Specifically, it points out that there are two different currencies involved in a transaction or document, which are not aligning as expected. The message format typically includes the currencies involved (represented as &1 and &2) and a reference document number (represented as &3).
  Cause:
  
  Currency Mismatch: The most common cause of this error is that the transaction is trying to process or post documents that involve different currencies. For example, if a sales order is in USD and the corresponding invoice is in EUR, this error may occur.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the system regarding currency settings for the company code, sales organization, or other relevant entities.
  Master Data Issues: The master data for customers, vendors, or materials may not be set up correctly with respect to currency settings.
  Exchange Rate Issues: If the exchange rates are not maintained or are incorrect, it can lead to discrepancies in currency conversion.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Document Currencies: Review the documents involved (sales order, invoice, etc.) to ensure that they are using the same currency. If they are not, you may need to adjust one of the documents to match the other.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings in the SAP system for the relevant company code and sales organization to ensure that they are set up correctly for currency handling.
  Update Master Data: Ensure that the master data for customers, vendors, and materials is correctly configured with the appropriate currency settings.
  Maintain Exchange Rates: Verify that the exchange rates are maintained in the system and are up to date. You can do this through transaction codes like OB08 (Maintain Exchange Rates).
  Consult Documentation: If the issue persists, consult SAP documentation or support for further troubleshooting steps specific to your version of SAP.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  VA01/VA02: Create/Change Sales Order
  VF01/VF02: Create/Change Billing Document
  OB08: Maintain Exchange Rates
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or patches that may address the issue.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to view and modify the documents involved in the transaction.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the SLS_LORD161 error in your SAP system.