How To Fix WS489 - Statist. currency &1 not the same as local currency &2 before conversion

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WS - Supplier Billing Document

• Message number: 489

• Message text: Statist. currency &1 not the same as local currency &2 before conversion

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  SAP Error Message:
  WS489 - Statist. currency &1 not the same as local currency &2 before conversion
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs during document posting or currency conversion processes in SAP Financial Accounting (FI) when the statistical currency (also called the "statistical local currency") of a transaction does not match the local currency of the company code before the system attempts to perform currency conversion.
  
  The statistical currency is typically used for reporting or statistical purposes and is defined in the company code settings.
  The local currency is the currency of the company code.
  SAP expects these two currencies to be the same before performing currency conversion.
  If they differ, the system cannot proceed with the conversion and throws this error.
  
  This situation often arises when:
  
  The company code’s local currency and statistical currency are configured differently.
  The document or transaction is posted with a currency that conflicts with these settings.
  Customizing or master data inconsistencies exist in currency settings.
  
  
  Where it Happens:
  
  During posting of FI documents.
  During currency conversion in financial postings.
  In transactions involving multiple currencies, especially when statistical currency is involved.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Company Code Currency Settings:
  
  Go to SPRO ? Financial Accounting ? Financial Accounting Global Settings ? Company Code ? Maintain Company Code.
  Verify the local currency and statistical currency settings.
  Usually, the statistical currency should be the same as the local currency unless there is a specific business reason.
  
  
  
  Align Statistical Currency with Local Currency:
  
  If the statistical currency differs from the local currency and this is not intended, change the statistical currency to match the local currency.
  This can be done in the company code settings or via transaction OB22 (Maintain Statistical Currency).
  
  
  
  Check Document Currency Fields:
  
  Ensure that the currency entered in the document matches the expected currencies.
  If posting in a foreign currency, ensure that the conversion rates and currency keys are properly maintained.
  
  
  
  Currency Conversion Settings:
  
  Verify exchange rate types and currency conversion settings in OB08 (Maintain Exchange Rates).
  Ensure that the system can find a valid exchange rate for the currencies involved.
  
  
  
  Customizing and Master Data Consistency:
  
  Check if any user exits or custom code is manipulating currency fields incorrectly.
  Validate customer/vendor master data for currency inconsistencies.
  
  
  
  If Statistical Currency is Required to be Different:
  
  Consult with your FI consultant or SAP support to handle special cases where statistical currency differs.
  Sometimes, special handling or custom logic is needed.
  
  
  
  
  Additional Information:
  
  Statistical Currency is often used for reporting purposes and does not affect actual postings but must be consistent for currency conversion logic.
  This error is a safeguard to prevent incorrect currency conversions that could lead to financial inconsistencies.
  Always ensure currency settings are aligned with business requirements and SAP best practices.
  
  
  Summary:
  
  
  
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  Error Message
  WS489 - Statistical currency &1 not the same as local currency &2 before conversion
  
  
  Cause
  Statistical currency differs from local currency before currency conversion
  
  
  Solution
  Align statistical currency with local currency in company code settings (OB22)
  
  
  
  Verify document currency and exchange rates
  
  
  
  Check customizing and master data consistency
  
  
  Transaction Codes
  SPRO (Company Code settings), OB22 (Statistical Currency), OB08 (Exchange Rates)
  
  
  
  
  If you need help with specific steps or transaction codes, feel free to ask!