How To Fix /BA1/F4_FX153 - Exchange rate &1/&2 cannot be saved as rate type &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /BA1/F4_FX -

• Message number: 153

• Message text: Exchange rate &1/&2 cannot be saved as rate type &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /BA1/F4_FX153 - Exchange rate &1/&2 cannot be saved as rate type &3 ?

  The SAP error message /BA1/F4_FX153 Exchange rate &1/&2 cannot be saved as rate type &3 typically occurs in the context of foreign exchange rate maintenance in SAP. This error indicates that there is an issue with saving the exchange rate for a specific currency pair and rate type.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Rate Type: The specified rate type (&3) may not be valid for the currency pair (&1/&2) you are trying to save.
  Missing Configuration: The rate type may not be configured properly in the system for the currency pair.
  Date Issues: The exchange rate you are trying to save may fall outside the valid date range for the rate type.
  Currency Pair Not Supported: The currency pair you are trying to enter may not be supported for the specified rate type.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to save exchange rates for the specified rate type.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Rate Type Configuration: Verify that the rate type you are trying to use is correctly configured in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration settings in SAP.
  Validate Currency Pair: Ensure that the currency pair you are trying to save is valid and supported for the specified rate type.
  Check Date Validity: Make sure that the date for which you are trying to save the exchange rate is within the valid range for the rate type.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to maintain exchange rates for the specified rate type.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on the rate types and their configurations.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like OB08 (for maintaining exchange rates) to check and update exchange rates.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.