How To Fix FICA_CD080 - Enter the exchange rate or the translation date

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FICA_CD - FI-CA: Cash Desk/Cash Journal

• Message number: 080

• Message text: Enter the exchange rate or the translation date

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FICA_CD080 - Enter the exchange rate or the translation date ?

  The SAP error message FICA_CD080, which states "Enter the exchange rate or the translation date," typically occurs in the context of financial transactions involving foreign currency. This error indicates that the system requires either an exchange rate or a translation date to process the transaction correctly.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Exchange Rate: The system does not have an exchange rate defined for the currency pair involved in the transaction.
  Missing Translation Date: The date for which the exchange rate is required is not provided or is not valid.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the currency settings in the SAP system.
  Data Entry Errors: The user may have missed entering the required fields in the transaction screen.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Enter Exchange Rate: 
  
  Navigate to the transaction where the error occurred.
  Ensure that you enter a valid exchange rate for the currency pair involved.
  You can check the exchange rates in the SAP system using transaction code OB08 (Maintain Exchange Rates).
  
  
  
  Provide Translation Date:
  
  If the transaction requires a translation date, ensure that you enter a valid date that corresponds to the exchange rate you are using.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Verify the configuration settings for currencies in the SAP system. Ensure that the necessary exchange rates are maintained for the relevant currencies and that the translation date is set correctly.
  
  
  
  Review User Input:
  
  Double-check the data entry in the transaction to ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly.
  
  
  
  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
  FBL1N: Vendor Line Item Display (to check transactions)
  FBL3N: G/L Account Line Item Display (to check transactions)
  
  
  
  Currency Configuration: 
  
  Ensure that the currency settings are correctly configured in the Financial Accounting (FI) module.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: 
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  
  
  User Roles and Authorizations: 
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to enter exchange rates and perform currency translations.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FICA_CD080 error and proceed with your financial transactions in SAP.