How To Fix UCMI020 - Doc.type &1: The "Translate to Group Currency" ind. may not be selected

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UCMI - Messages for Breakdown Category, Item, Document Type, ...

• Message number: 020

• Message text: Doc.type &1: The "Translate to Group Currency" ind. may not be selected

What causes this issue?

You can only select the "Translation to Group Currency" indicator if you
selected the following key figures:
"Group Currency" and "Transaction Currency" and/or
"Group Currency" and "Local Currency"
Furthermore, you can only select one of the following posting levels:
01 - Adjustments to Reported Financial Data
10 - Standardizing Entry
The indicator is set in document type &V1&, although the above
conditions are not met.

System Response

Processing is terminated.

How to fix this error?

Remove the "Translate to Group Currency" indicator in the document 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.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UCMI020 - Doc.type &1: The "Translate to Group Currency" ind. may not be selected ?

  The SAP error message UCMI020 indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of document types in relation to the "Translate to Group Currency" indicator. This error typically arises when you attempt to post a document using a document type that has not been configured to allow translation to group currency.
  Cause:
  The error occurs due to one of the following reasons:
  
  The document type you are using does not have the "Translate to Group Currency" indicator activated in its configuration.
  The company code settings or the document type settings do not allow for currency translation, which is necessary for certain financial reporting requirements.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you need to check and modify the configuration of the document type in question. Here are the steps to do that:
  
  
  Access Document Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen.
  Navigate to the following path: SPRO -> IMG -> Financial Accounting -> General Ledger -> Document -> Document Types -> Define Document Types.
  
  
  
  Select the Document Type:
  
  Find the document type that is causing the error (indicated by &1 in the error message).
  Double-click on the document type to view its settings.
  
  
  
  Check the "Translate to Group Currency" Indicator:
  
  Look for the option labeled "Translate to Group Currency" or similar.
  Ensure that this indicator is selected (checked).
  
  
  
  Save Changes:
  
  After making the necessary changes, save your configuration.
  
  
  
  Test the Posting:
  
  Try to post the document again to see if the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Group Currency: This is a currency used for reporting purposes, typically used by multinational companies to consolidate financial statements across different currencies.
  Document Types: In SAP, document types are used to classify accounting documents and control various aspects of document processing, including number ranges and posting rules.
  Configuration Changes: Be cautious when making changes to document types, as they can affect financial reporting and compliance. It is advisable to consult with your SAP FI consultant or a financial expert before making changes.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to check for additional configuration settings or consult SAP support for further assistance.