How To Fix W_CB023 - &1 is not a currency

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: W_CB -

• Message number: 023

• Message text: &1 is not a currency

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message W_CB023 - &1 is not a currency ?

  SAP Error Message:
  
  W_CB023 &1 is not a currency
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs when a currency code (represented by &1 in the message) that is not defined or recognized in the SAP system is used in a transaction or process. Essentially, the system expects a valid currency code, but the provided code does not exist in the currency master data.
  Common scenarios include:
  
  The currency code is mistyped or incorrect.
  The currency code has not been maintained in the system.
  The currency code is obsolete or deleted.
  The currency code is used in a context where only certain currencies are allowed.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check the Currency Code:
  
  Verify the currency code entered is correct and valid.
  Ensure there are no typos or extra spaces.
  
  
  
  Maintain the Currency Code in SAP:
  
  Use transaction code OB08 (or TCURC for currency codes) to check if the currency exists.
  If the currency is missing, add it in the currency master data.
  Ensure the currency is active and valid for the relevant company code or transaction.
  
  
  
  Check Currency Exchange Rates:
  
  If the currency is newly added, maintain exchange rates for it in OB08.
  
  
  
  Review Customizing and Master Data:
  
  Check if the currency is allowed in the specific business context (e.g., company code currency, document currency).
  Review any user exits or validations that might restrict currency usage.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency:
  
  If the error occurs during data migration or interface processing, verify the source data for correct currency codes.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  OB08 – Maintain Exchange Rates and Currency Codes
  TCURC – Currency Codes
  OB22 – Define Currency Types
  
  
  Tables:
  
  TCURC – Currency Codes
  TCURT – Currency Texts
  
  
  Notes and Documentation:
  
  SAP Notes related to currency master data and currency validation.
  Check SAP Help Portal for currency management.
  
  
  
  
  Summary:
  The error W_CB023 &1 is not a currency indicates that the currency code used is not recognized by SAP. To resolve it, verify and maintain the currency code in the system, ensure it is valid and active, and check related exchange rates and configurations.