Currency mismatch
Returns from the Payments v1 API.
CURRENCY_MISMATCH indicates a discrepancy between the currencies specified within different components in the transaction request. Typically, that means the currency used in the payment request does not match the currency expected or configured in the transaction.Note: If an issue persists or if you have further questions, you can reach out to paypal-techsupport.com.
| Cause | Impact | Resolution |
|---|---|---|
| - Mismatch in account: The currency specified in the transaction request does not match the currency configured for the merchant account or the payment method. - Mismatch in transaction: The currency used in the transaction does not match the currency settings of the payer or payee accounts. - Mismatch in request: The currency specified in one field of the API request does not match another field in the API request, such as between the payment amount and the transaction currency. | - Failed payment attempt: The transaction cannot be processed, leading to a failed payment attempt. - Payer dissatisfaction: Failed payment attempts can cause delays and inconvenience for the payer and the merchant as PayPal does not complete the payment until you resolve the currency issue. | - Verify fields: Check the API request to ensure that all relevant fields consistently use the same currency. - Verify configuration: Ensure that you configure the merchant account to accept payments in the specified currency and adjust settings as necessary. - Match between accounts: Ensure that the currency settings align between payer and payee accounts. - Verify payment method support: Confirm that the payment method supports the specified currency. - Verify transaction match: Ensure that the currency used in the transaction matches the currency expected by the payment method. |