How To Fix UCD1008 - &1 &2 may only post in group currency

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UCD1 - Messages for Document and Breakdown Check

• Message number: 008

• Message text: &1 &2 may only post in group currency

What causes this issue?

&V1& &V2& is translated into group currency, but the entry is only
posted in group currency.
This would overwrite the values in group currency because the entry
does not post in transaction or local currency.

System Response

Entry cannot be posted.

How to fix this error?

For &V1& &V2& select the transaction and/or local currency, in addition
to the group currency, or use a valid value for characteristic &V1&.

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 UCD1008 - &1 &2 may only post in group currency ?

  The SAP error message UCD1008 indicates that a posting is being attempted in a currency that is not allowed for the specified transaction or account. This error typically arises in the context of financial postings, particularly when dealing with group currencies in SAP.
  Cause:
  The error message UCD1008 occurs when:
  
  Currency Mismatch: The transaction is trying to post in a currency that is not the group currency defined for the company code or the specific account.
  Configuration Issues: The settings in the financial accounting module may not be correctly configured to allow postings in the desired currency.
  Transaction Type Restrictions: Certain transaction types may only allow postings in the group currency.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the UCD1008 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Currency Settings:
  
  Verify the currency settings for the company code and the specific account involved in the transaction. Ensure that the group currency is correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Review Transaction Currency:
  
  Ensure that the transaction you are trying to post is in the correct currency. If you are trying to post in a local currency or a different currency, check if the transaction allows for that.
  
  
  
  Adjust Posting Configuration:
  
  If necessary, adjust the configuration settings in the SAP system to allow postings in the desired currency. This may involve changes in the financial accounting settings.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team to understand the specific requirements for the transaction type you are working with.
  
  
  
  Use Group Currency:
  
  If the transaction must be posted in group currency, ensure that you are using the correct group currency code when making the posting.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FB01 (Post Document), FB50 (G/L Account Document), or others that may be relevant to your posting.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional guidance or patches that may address the issue.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user attempting the posting has the necessary authorizations to post in the specified currency.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP support team or consult with an SAP expert for further assistance.