How To Fix CMM_MTMCDS842 - No spot FX rate (mrkt to doc. crcy); run CMM_LOAD_GMDAFX

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CMM_MTMCDS - Messages in CDS Views for Mark-to-Market Reporting

• Message number: 842

• Message text: No spot FX rate (mrkt to doc. crcy); run CMM_LOAD_GMDAFX

What causes this issue?

A spot exchange rate is missing for the conversion from the market
currency to the document currency.

System Response

Cannot evaluate the price.

How to fix this error?

Run transaction <AB>CMM_LOAD_GMDAFX </>for the required evaluation date.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CMM_MTMCDS842 - No spot FX rate (mrkt to doc. crcy); run CMM_LOAD_GMDAFX ?

  The SAP error message CMM_MTMCDS842 indicates that there is no spot foreign exchange (FX) rate available for the market currency to document currency conversion. This typically occurs in the context of financial transactions where currency conversion is necessary, such as in the case of market-to-market (MTM) accounting.
  Cause:
  
  Missing FX Rates: The primary cause of this error is that the system does not have the required spot FX rates for the specified currency pair in the relevant time frame.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the currency settings in the SAP system.
  Data Load Issues: The FX rates may not have been loaded into the system properly, or the relevant data load job has not been executed.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Run the CMM_LOAD_GMDAFX Job: The error message suggests running the job CMM_LOAD_GMDAFX. This job is responsible for loading the FX rates into the system. You can do this by:
  
  Navigating to the appropriate transaction code (usually in the background job management area).
  Executing the job to load the FX rates.
  
  
  
  Check FX Rate Configuration: Ensure that the FX rates are configured correctly in the system:
  
  Go to the transaction code for maintaining exchange rates (e.g., OB08).
  Verify that the required currency pair has the necessary rates defined for the relevant dates.
  
  
  
  Check for Validity of Rates: Ensure that the FX rates are valid for the date of the transaction. If the transaction date is outside the range of available rates, you will need to add the necessary rates.
  
  
  Review Data Load Logs: If the job has been run but the error persists, check the logs for the data load job to identify any issues that may have occurred during the loading process.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or support notes related to currency conversion and FX rate maintenance for additional guidance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OB08 (Maintain Exchange Rates), CMM_LOAD_GMDAFX (Load FX Rates), and SM37 (Job Monitoring).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to FX rate loading and currency conversion.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to run background jobs and maintain exchange rates.
  
  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 modules.