How To Fix TE871 - Do not change from-currency after designation

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TE - Market Risk Management

• Message number: 871

• Message text: Do not change from-currency after designation

What causes this issue?

You have changed the from-currency for calculation type &V1&.

System Response

Changing the from-currency after hedging relationships using this
calculation type have been designated leads to errors in the market
value decomposition at key date valuation.

How to fix this error?

Do not change the from-currency if designation business transactions
have already been released for hedging relationships using this
calculation type.

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.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TE871 - Do not change from-currency after designation ?

  The SAP error message TE871 ("Do not change from-currency after designation") typically occurs in the context of currency conversion or when dealing with financial transactions in SAP. This error indicates that there is an attempt to change the "from-currency" in a transaction after it has already been designated or set, which is not allowed.
  Cause:
  
  Currency Designation: The error arises when a user tries to change the currency that has already been assigned to a transaction or document. This can happen in various financial transactions, such as when creating or modifying invoices, purchase orders, or other financial documents.
  Transaction State: The transaction may already be in a state where the currency is locked or finalized, preventing any changes to the currency settings.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that restrict changes to currency once a transaction has been initiated.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review the Transaction: Check the transaction or document to ensure that you are not trying to change the currency after it has been set. If you need to change the currency, you may need to create a new transaction or document.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on handling currency changes in the specific transaction you are working with.
  User Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to make changes to the transaction. Sometimes, user roles may restrict certain actions.
  System Configuration: If you believe the error is due to a configuration issue, consult with your SAP administrator or technical team to review the settings related to currency handling in your SAP environment.
  Error Handling: If the error persists and you cannot find a resolution, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal IT support team for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional context on handling currency changes.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with the transaction codes related to currency management in SAP, such as FB60 (Invoice), ME21N (Purchase Order), etc.
  Training and Documentation: Ensure that users are trained on the proper procedures for handling currency in SAP to minimize the occurrence of this error.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the TE871 error effectively.