How To Fix FMEFESOA013 - Exchange rate unit currency has to correspond line item currency

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FMEFESOA -

• Message number: 013

• Message text: Exchange rate unit currency has to correspond line item currency

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FMEFESOA013 - Exchange rate unit currency has to correspond line item currency ?

  The SAP error message FMEFESOA013 indicates that there is a mismatch between the exchange rate unit currency and the line item currency in a financial transaction. This error typically occurs during the processing of financial documents, such as invoices or payments, where currency conversion is involved.
  Cause:
  
  Currency Mismatch: The currency of the line item does not match the currency defined for the exchange rate.
  Incorrect Configuration: The exchange rate type or the currency settings in the system may not be configured correctly.
  Missing Exchange Rate: There may be no valid exchange rate defined for the currencies involved in the transaction.
  Data Entry Errors: Manual entry errors when inputting currency codes or amounts can lead to this issue.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Currency Settings:
  
  Verify that the currency of the line item matches the currency for which the exchange rate is being applied.
  Ensure that the exchange rate type is correctly set up in the system.
  
  
  
  Review Exchange Rates:
  
  Go to the transaction code OB08 to check the exchange rates defined in the system.
  Ensure that there is a valid exchange rate for the currencies involved in the transaction.
  
  
  
  Correct Data Entry:
  
  Review the document or transaction that triggered the error for any data entry mistakes.
  Ensure that the currencies are correctly specified and correspond to the expected values.
  
  
  
  Configuration Check:
  
  If you have access, check the configuration settings in the Financial Accounting (FI) module to ensure that the currency settings are correctly defined.
  Consult with your SAP administrator or functional consultant if you suspect configuration issues.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary corrections, try to reprocess the transaction to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  OB08: Maintain exchange rates.
  FB50: Enter G/L account document.
  F-02: Enter G/L account posting.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for detailed information on currency settings and exchange rate configuration.
  
  
  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 accounting within SAP.