How To Fix WB2B516 - Currency & not valid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WB2B - Trading Contract

• Message number: 516

• Message text: Currency & not valid

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WB2B516 - Currency & not valid ?

  The SAP error message WB2B516 "Currency & not valid" typically occurs in the context of transactions involving currency settings, such as in sales orders, purchase orders, or financial postings. This error indicates that the currency specified in the transaction is not recognized or valid in the system.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Currency Code: The currency code entered may be misspelled or not exist in the system.
  Currency Not Defined: The currency may not be defined in the system settings or may not be activated for the relevant company code or controlling area.
  Currency Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of currency types in the system.
  Master Data Issues: The master data (e.g., customer or vendor records) may not have the correct currency settings.
  Transaction Type Restrictions: Certain transaction types may not allow specific currencies.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Currency Code: Verify that the currency code entered is correct and exists in the system. You can check this in the transaction code OB08 (Maintain Exchange Rates) or through the currency master data.
  
  
  Define Currency: If the currency is not defined, you may need to define it in the system. This can be done in the configuration settings (transaction code OB08) or by consulting with your SAP administrator.
  
  
  Review Company Code Settings: Ensure that the currency is activated for the relevant company code. You can check this in the company code settings (transaction code OX02).
  
  
  Check Master Data: Review the master data for the relevant customer or vendor to ensure that the correct currency is assigned.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If the issue persists, consult SAP documentation or support for specific configuration settings related to currencies.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  OB08: Maintain Exchange Rates
  OX02: Company Code Global Data
  OX19: Define Currencies
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to work with the currencies in question.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the WB2B516 error in SAP.