How To Fix AQ859 - Select a valid exchange rate type

AQ859 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AQ - Message texts for SAP Query

• Message number: 859

• Message text: Select a valid exchange rate type

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AQ859 - Select a valid exchange rate type ?

  The SAP error message AQ859, which states "Select a valid exchange rate type," typically occurs when a user attempts to perform a transaction that requires an exchange rate, but the system cannot find a valid exchange rate type for the specified conditions. This can happen in various contexts, such as during currency conversion, financial postings, or when dealing with foreign currency transactions.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Exchange Rate Type: The exchange rate type required for the transaction is not defined in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The exchange rate type may not be properly configured in the system settings.
  Date Issues: The date for which the exchange rate is being requested may not have a valid rate defined.
  Currency Pair Issues: The specific currency pair involved in the transaction may not have an exchange rate defined.
  User Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the required exchange rate type.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Exchange Rate Types:
  
  Go to the transaction