How To Fix TAN_MDCRS017 - From-Currency and To-Currency are the same

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TAN_MDCRS - Message class for Market Data Change Rate Set

• Message number: 017

• Message text: From-Currency and To-Currency are the same

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TAN_MDCRS017 - From-Currency and To-Currency are the same ?

  The SAP error message TAN_MDCRS017 indicates that there is an issue with currency conversion in a transaction where the "From-Currency" and "To-Currency" are the same. This typically occurs in scenarios involving currency exchange rates, such as when trying to convert amounts from one currency to another, but both currencies are identical.
  Cause:
  The error arises when:
  
  A user attempts to perform a currency conversion where the source currency (From-Currency) and the target currency (To-Currency) are the same.
  This situation is logically incorrect because converting an amount from a currency to the same currency does not require any conversion.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Currency Selection: Ensure that the currencies selected for the transaction are different. If you intended to convert from one currency to another, verify that you have selected the correct currencies.
  
  
  Review Transaction Data: Go through the transaction data to confirm that the currency fields are populated correctly. If you are using a program or report, check the parameters being passed to ensure they are set correctly.
  
  
  Adjust Configuration: If this error occurs frequently in a specific context (e.g., a custom program or report), you may need to adjust the logic in the code to prevent the selection of the same currency for both From and To.
  
  
  User Training: If users are frequently encountering this error, consider providing training or documentation to help them understand how to select currencies correctly.
  
  
  Debugging: If you are a developer or have access to technical support, you may want to debug the program or transaction to identify where the currency values are being set and ensure they are being handled correctly.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: This error can occur in various transaction codes that involve currency conversion, such as those related to financial postings, currency revaluation, or reporting.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to currency conversion errors. Sometimes, specific versions of SAP may have bugs that are documented in SAP Notes.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for guidelines on currency handling and conversion processes to ensure compliance with best practices.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the TAN_MDCRS017 error and ensure that currency conversions are processed correctly in your SAP system.