How To Fix AP_COPY005 - Exchange rate type missing in program type &1 for crcy transl.( &2 / &3)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AP_COPY - Copying Function for Plan/Budget

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Exchange rate type missing in program type &1 for crcy transl.( &2 / &3)

What causes this issue?

No exchange rate type is entered in program type &V1&.
You want to carry out a currency translation from &V2& to &V3& using
the exchange rate type entered in program type &V1&. The program type
was determined by the following appropriation request type (if
entered): &V4&.

System Response

The value is adopted as zero in target currency &V3&.

How to fix this error?

Call Customizing for the program type (from this message).
Enter the required exchange rate type in program type &V1&.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AP_COPY005 - Exchange rate type missing in program type &1 for crcy transl.( &2 / &3) ?

  The SAP error message AP_COPY005 indicates that there is a missing exchange rate type in the program type specified for currency translation. This error typically arises during processes that involve currency conversion, such as financial reporting or data uploads where currency values need to be translated from one currency to another.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Exchange Rate Type: The specified exchange rate type is not defined in the system for the program type indicated in the error message.
  Configuration Issues: The exchange rate type may not be properly configured in the system, or it may not be maintained for the specific currency pair involved.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be an error in the data entry where the exchange rate type is incorrectly specified or left blank.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Exchange Rate Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code OB08 (Maintain Exchange Rates) and verify if the exchange rate type is defined for the relevant currencies.
  Ensure that the exchange rate type is maintained for the required date and currency pair.
  
  
  
  Define Missing Exchange Rate Type:
  
  If the exchange rate type is missing, you can create it by using the transaction code OB08. Enter the required exchange rate type and maintain the necessary exchange rates.
  
  
  
  Review Program Type Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration for the program type indicated in the error message. Ensure that it is set up to use the correct exchange rate type.
  You may need to consult with your SAP configuration team to ensure that the program type is correctly linked to the appropriate exchange rate types.
  
  
  
  Data Validation:
  
  Review the data being processed to ensure that the exchange rate type is correctly specified and that there are no typos or incorrect entries.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on handling exchange rate types and currency translation issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  OB08: Maintain Exchange Rates
  OB07: Define Exchange Rate Types
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to maintain exchange rates and perform currency translations.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in financial accounting and controlling (FI/CO) to further investigate the problem.