How To Fix WS487 - Factor for units of currency &1 is zero

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WS - Supplier Billing Document

• Message number: 487

• Message text: Factor for units of currency &1 is zero

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  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message WS487: Factor for units of currency &1 is zero:
  
  Error Message
  WS487: Factor for units of currency &1 is zero
  
  Cause
  This error occurs when the system tries to perform currency conversion or currency-related calculations, but the currency factor for the specified currency is set to zero in the system. The currency factor is used to convert amounts from one currency to another or to handle currency units properly.
  In SAP, each currency has an associated currency factor that defines how many units of the currency correspond to one unit in the system. For example, if the currency is JPY (Japanese Yen), which does not have decimals, the factor might be 1, whereas for currencies like USD or EUR, the factor might be 100 (to handle cents).
  If this factor is zero, the system cannot perform the conversion or calculation, leading to this error.
  
  Where is the Currency Factor Maintained?
  The currency factor is maintained in the SAP customizing under:
  
  Transaction Code: OBBS (Currency Codes)
  Or via the IMG path:
  
  SPRO -> SAP Reference IMG -> Financial Accounting -> Financial Accounting Global Settings -> Currencies -> Check Currency Codes
  
  In the currency master data, the currency factor (also called "Decimal Places" or "Currency Units") is defined.
  
  Solution
  
  
  Check the Currency Factor for the Currency:
  
  Go to transaction OBBS.
  Enter the currency code mentioned in the error message (the &1 placeholder will be replaced by the actual currency code in the error).
  Verify the currency factor (units per currency).
  If the factor is zero, change it to the correct value (usually 1 or 100 depending on the currency).
  
  
  
  Save the Changes:
  
  After correcting the factor, save the changes.
  This will allow the system to perform currency calculations correctly.
  
  
  
  Re-run the Transaction:
  
  After the correction, try to execute the transaction or process again that caused the error.
  
  
  
  
  Additional Information
  
  The currency factor is crucial for currency conversion and rounding.
  Incorrect currency factors can lead to incorrect financial postings or errors.
  Always ensure that the currency factor matches the currency's decimal precision and unit definition.
  If you are unsure about the correct factor, refer to SAP Notes or consult with your finance team.
  
  
  Summary
  
  
  
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  Error
  WS487 Factor for units of currency &1 is zero
  
  
  Cause
  Currency factor for the currency is set to zero
  
  
  Solution
  Update the currency factor in transaction OBBS to a non-zero value
  
  
  Related TCode
  OBBS (Currency Codes maintenance)
  
  
  Notes
  Currency factor defines units per currency; must not be zero
  
  
  
  
  If you need, I can also help you with the exact steps or screenshots for transaction OBBS.