How To Fix FV131 - Header record &: & is not a valid exchange rate

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FV - Electronic Banking Messages

• Message number: 131

• Message text: Header record &: & is not a valid exchange rate

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FV131 - Header record &: & is not a valid exchange rate ?

  The SAP error message FV131 indicates that there is an issue with the exchange rate used in a financial transaction. Specifically, the error message states that the header record is not associated with a valid exchange rate. This can occur in various financial processes, such as when posting foreign currency transactions or during the execution of certain financial reports.
  Cause of the Error:
  
  Invalid Exchange Rate: The exchange rate for the currency pair involved in the transaction is either missing or not defined in the system for the specified date.
  Date Issues: The exchange rate may not be valid for the date of the transaction. Exchange rates are often defined for specific periods, and if the transaction date falls outside of this range, the system will not find a valid rate.
  Currency Configuration: The currencies involved may not be properly configured in the system, or the exchange rate type being used may not have been maintained.
  Missing Exchange Rate Type: The exchange rate type used in the transaction may not be defined in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Exchange Rates: 
  
  Go to the transaction code OB08 (Maintain Exchange Rates) and verify that the exchange rate for the relevant currency pair is maintained for the date of the transaction.
  Ensure that the exchange rate type used in the transaction is correctly defined and has valid rates.
  
  
  
  Verify Transaction Date: 
  
  Ensure that the transaction date falls within the range of valid exchange rates. If necessary, update the exchange rates for the required date.
  
  
  
  Review Currency Configuration: 
  
  Check the configuration of the currencies involved in the transaction. Ensure that both currencies are active and properly set up in the system.
  
  
  
  Check Exchange Rate Type: 
  
  Ensure that the exchange rate type used in the transaction is correctly configured and has valid rates maintained.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  If the issue persists, consult SAP documentation or reach out to your SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  OB08: Maintain Exchange Rates
  OBBS: Maintain Exchange Rate Types
  FB50: General Ledger Account Document Entry (to test posting)
  
  
  
  Exchange Rate Types: Different exchange rate types can be defined in SAP (e.g., M for average rate, B for bank buying rate). Ensure that the correct type is being used.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to exchange rates and the FV131 error.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the FV131 error in SAP.