F0281 - Currency key & could not be converted into an ISO code

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: F0 - FI batch program messages

• Message number: 281

• Message text: Currency key & could not be converted into an ISO code

What causes this issue?

The ISO code for currency key &V1& is not maintained.

System Response

The payment media are created when using the currency key used during
posting.

How to fix this error?

Decide whether the payment media can be issued despite the missing ISO
currency key or whether the payment medium program must be restarted
after correcting the error. In any case, enter the ISO code for the
currency key.
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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message F0281 - Currency key & could not be converted into an ISO code ?

  The SAP error message F0281, which states "Currency key & could not be converted into an ISO code," typically occurs when the system encounters a currency key that it cannot recognize or convert into a valid ISO currency code. This can happen for several reasons, including:
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Currency Key: The currency key entered does not exist in the system or is misspelled.
  Missing ISO Code: The currency key is not mapped to an ISO code in the currency master data.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of currency settings in the SAP system.
  Custom Currencies: If custom currencies are used, they may not have been properly defined or linked to an ISO code.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Currency Key: Verify that the currency key entered is correct. Ensure there are no typos or incorrect characters.
  Review Currency Master Data: Go to the currency master data (transaction code OB08) and check if the currency key is defined and has a corresponding ISO code.
  Define Missing Currencies: If the currency key is not defined, you may need to create it and assign the appropriate ISO code.
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings related to currencies in the SAP system. Ensure that all necessary settings are correctly configured.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on currency configuration and management.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP experts for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  OB08: To maintain currency codes and their ISO mappings.
  OB22: To check and maintain currency settings.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on this error.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and modify currency settings in the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.