How To Fix 6E006 - The rate &1/&2 is not defined for the basket currencies

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 6E - Messages for EMU currency conversion in Treasury

• Message number: 006

• Message text: The rate &1/&2 is not defined for the basket currencies

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 6E006 - The rate &1/&2 is not defined for the basket currencies ?

  The SAP error message 6E006 indicates that there is an issue with the currency exchange rate for a specific currency pair in the context of a basket of currencies. This error typically arises when the system cannot find a defined exchange rate for the specified currencies in the relevant configuration.
  Cause:
  The error occurs due to one or more of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Exchange Rate: The exchange rate for the specified currency pair (e.g., from currency &1 to currency &2) is not defined in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration for currency conversion or the basket of currencies may not be set up correctly.
  Date Validity: The exchange rate may not be valid for the date of the transaction. Exchange rates are often time-sensitive, and if the rate is not valid for the date in question, the system will throw this error.
  Currency Type: The currencies involved may not be recognized as valid currencies in the context of the transaction.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Exchange Rates:
  
  Go to the transaction code OB08 (Maintain Exchange Rates) in SAP.
  Verify if the exchange rate for the currency pair (from &1 to &2) is defined.
  If it is missing, you will need to enter the appropriate exchange rate.
  
  
  
  Verify Validity Dates:
  
  Ensure that the exchange rate you are trying to use is valid for the date of the transaction. If necessary, add a new exchange rate with the correct date.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings for the currency conversion and basket of currencies. Ensure that all necessary settings are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Check Currency Types:
  
  Ensure that the currencies involved are correctly defined in the system and are recognized as valid currencies.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the configuration or the process, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP functional consultant for guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  OB08: Maintain Exchange Rates
  OBBS: Maintain Exchange Rate Types
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Currency Configuration: Familiarize yourself with the configuration of currencies in SAP, including how to set up and maintain exchange rates.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement the necessary corrections to resolve it.