How To Fix FTR_SL051 - There is no exchange for security ID number &2 in company code &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FTR_SL - Messages: Securities Lending

• Message number: 051

• Message text: There is no exchange for security ID number &2 in company code &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FTR_SL051 - There is no exchange for security ID number &2 in company code &1 ?

  The SAP error message FTR_SL051 indicates that there is no exchange rate available for a specific security ID in the specified company code. This error typically arises in the context of financial transactions involving securities, particularly when dealing with foreign currency transactions or when trying to process transactions related to financial instruments.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Exchange Rate: The primary cause of this error is that there is no exchange rate defined for the currency pair associated with the security ID in the specified company code.
  Incorrect Configuration: The exchange rate type may not be set up correctly, or the relevant exchange rate may not have been maintained in the system.
  Date Issues: The exchange rate may not be available for the date of the transaction being processed.
  Security ID Issues: The security ID may not be correctly configured or may not exist in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Exchange Rates:
  
  Go to the transaction code OB08 to check if the exchange rates for the relevant currency pair are maintained.
  Ensure that the exchange rate type you are using is correctly set up and that the rates are valid for the date of the transaction.
  
  
  
  Maintain Exchange Rates:
  
  If the exchange rate is missing, you can maintain it by entering the required exchange rate for the currency pair in the appropriate date range.
  
  
  
  Verify Security ID:
  
  Check if the security ID exists in the system and is correctly configured. You can use transaction codes like FTR_EDIT or FTR_CREATE to view or edit the security details.
  
  
  
  Check Company Code Settings:
  
  Ensure that the company code is correctly set up to handle the currency and that it is configured to use the correct exchange rate type.
  
  
  
  Review Transaction Date:
  
  Make sure that the transaction date falls within the range of the maintained exchange rates.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  OB08: Maintain Exchange Rates
  FTR_EDIT: Edit Financial Transaction
  FTR_CREATE: Create Financial Transaction
  
  
  Exchange Rate Types: Familiarize yourself with the different exchange rate types configured in your system (e.g., M for average rate, B for bank buying rate, etc.).
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more detailed information on managing exchange rates and securities.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in financial transactions and securities.