How To Fix CMCB_MSG227 - Conversion failed; currency does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CMCB_MSG - Cash Budgeting Message Class

• Message number: 227

• Message text: Conversion failed; currency does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CMCB_MSG227 - Conversion failed; currency does not exist ?

  The SAP error message CMCB_MSG227: Conversion failed; currency does not exist typically occurs when there is an attempt to perform a currency conversion in SAP, but the specified currency is not recognized or does not exist in the system. This can happen in various contexts, such as during financial transactions, reporting, or data processing.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Currency Code: The currency code being used in the transaction or report may be misspelled or incorrect.
  Currency Not Defined: The currency may not be defined in the system. This can happen if the currency has not been set up in the configuration or if it has been deactivated.
  Missing Exchange Rate: If the currency exists but there is no exchange rate defined for the conversion date, the system will not be able to perform the conversion.
  Data Entry Errors: Errors in data entry, such as incorrect mapping of currencies in master data or transactional data.
  Configuration Issues: Issues in the configuration of currency settings in the SAP system.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Currency Code: Verify that the currency code used in the transaction is correct and exists in the system. You can check this in the SAP transaction code OB08 (for maintaining exchange rates) or OBY6 (for checking currencies).
  
  
  Define Currency: If the currency does not exist, you may need to define it in the system. This can be done through the transaction code OB07 to create a new currency.
  
  
  Maintain Exchange Rates: Ensure that there are valid exchange rates maintained for the currency pair you are trying to convert. Use transaction code OB08 to enter or update exchange rates.
  
  
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings related to currencies in the SAP system. This includes ensuring that the currency is active and properly set up in the relevant company codes.
  
  
  Data Validation: Review the data being processed to ensure that there are no inconsistencies or errors in the currency fields.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If the issue persists, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  OB08: Maintain exchange rates.
  OB07: Define currencies.
  OBY6: Check currency settings.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to currency conversion errors.
  
  
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to access and modify currency settings.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the CMCB_MSG227 error in SAP.