How To Fix VSB247 - No currency in the IDoc

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VSB - Self-Billing Procedure Messages

• Message number: 247

• Message text: No currency in the IDoc

What causes this issue?

No currency was transferred in the IDoc.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

You can enter an ISO currency code with the function <(><<)Change data>.
However, you must ensure that this is an example of the correct
currency.
This case should not occur as your business partner has to transfer the
currency in any case. Subsequent setting of the currency should be an
exception.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VSB247 - No currency in the IDoc ?

  The SAP error message VSB247 "No currency in the IDoc" typically occurs when an IDoc (Intermediate Document) is being processed, and the system expects a currency field to be populated, but it is missing or not correctly specified. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when transferring financial data, sales orders, or other transactional information that requires currency information.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Currency Field: The IDoc does not contain a value for the currency field (e.g., CURRENCY or CURRENCY_ISO).
  Incorrect Mapping: The mapping between the source system and the IDoc structure may not be correctly set up, leading to the currency field not being populated.
  Data Issues: The source data may not have a currency specified, or it may be incorrectly formatted.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the IDoc type or message type that do not align with the expected data structure.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check IDoc Structure: Review the IDoc structure to ensure that the currency field is included and correctly defined. You can use transaction WE30 to view the IDoc type and its segments.
  Validate Source Data: Ensure that the source data being sent to the IDoc includes a valid currency value. If the source system is missing this information, it needs to be corrected there.
  Mapping Configuration: If you are using middleware (like SAP PI/PO or other integration tools), check the mapping configuration to ensure that the currency field is being correctly mapped from the source to the IDoc.
  Error Handling: Implement error handling in the sending system to catch and log instances where currency information is missing before the IDoc is generated.
  Testing: Perform tests with sample data that includes valid currency information to ensure that the IDoc processes correctly without errors.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like WE02 (to view IDoc status), WE19 (to test IDocs), and WE30 (to view IDoc types) for troubleshooting.
  IDoc Segments: Familiarize yourself with the relevant IDoc segments that require currency information, such as E1EDK01 for header data or E1EDP01 for item data, depending on the type of IDoc you are working with.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to IDocs and currency handling.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for IDocs and the specific message type you are working with to understand the required fields and their formats.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the VSB247 error and implement a solution to resolve it.