How To Fix FR013 - For translation, you must translate from currency type 10

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FR - Messages for FI Reporting

• Message number: 013

• Message text: For translation, you must translate from currency type 10

What causes this issue?

A translation always involves translation from a local currency to a
parallel local currency. The "From currency type" must therefore be 10.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FR013 - For translation, you must translate from currency type 10 ?

  The SAP error message FR013 indicates that there is an issue with currency translation in the financial reporting process. Specifically, it states that for translation, you must translate from currency type 10, which typically refers to the "Group Currency" in SAP.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Currency Type: The error occurs when the system is trying to perform a currency translation but is not using the correct currency type (currency type 10).
  Missing Configuration: The necessary configuration for currency translation may not be set up correctly in the system.
  Data Issues: There may be missing or incorrect data in the relevant financial documents or master data that prevents the translation from occurring.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Currency Type: Ensure that the currency type being used for the translation is indeed currency type 10. You can check this in the relevant financial documents or reports.
  Configuration Review: Review the configuration settings for currency translation in the SAP system. This includes checking the settings in the following areas:
  
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like OB22 (for defining currency types) and OB08 (for maintaining exchange rates) to verify the settings.
  Translation Settings: Ensure that the translation settings in the controlling area and company code are correctly configured.
  
  
  Data Validation: Validate the data in the financial documents to ensure that all necessary fields are populated correctly and that there are no inconsistencies.
  Run Currency Translation: If everything is set up correctly, try running the currency translation process again. This can typically be done through transaction code KDF1 (for currency translation in CO) or through the relevant financial reporting transaction.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Currency Types: In SAP, currency types are used to define how different currencies are treated in financial reporting. Currency type 10 is usually the group currency, which is used for consolidated reporting.
  Translation Process: The currency translation process is essential for organizations that operate in multiple currencies, as it allows for the conversion of financial data into a common currency for reporting purposes.
  SAP Documentation: For more detailed information, refer to the SAP Help Portal or the specific documentation related to financial accounting and controlling modules.
  
  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.