How To Fix FZ338 - Exchange rate from & to & not maintained at posting date

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FZ - Payment Transactions

• Message number: 338

• Message text: Exchange rate from & to & not maintained at posting date

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FZ338 - Exchange rate from & to & not maintained at posting date ?

  The SAP error message FZ338, which states "Exchange rate from & to & not maintained at posting date," typically occurs when you are trying to post a transaction that involves currency conversion, but the system cannot find a valid exchange rate for the specified currencies on the posting date.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Exchange Rate: The exchange rate for the currency pair (from currency to to currency) is not maintained in the system for the specific date of the transaction.
  Incorrect Posting Date: The posting date may fall outside the range of dates for which exchange rates are maintained.
  Currency Configuration: The currencies involved may not be properly configured in the system.
  Transaction Type: The type of transaction being posted may require a specific exchange rate type that is not available.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Maintain Exchange Rates:
  
  Go to the transaction code OB08 (or use the menu path: SAP Easy Access > Accounting > Financial Accounting > General Ledger > Master Data > Currencies > Maintain Exchange Rates).
  Check if the exchange rate for the specific currency pair is maintained for the posting date.
  If not, enter the required exchange rate for the relevant date.
  
  
  
  Check Posting Date:
  
  Ensure that the posting date of the transaction is correct and falls within the range of dates for which exchange rates are maintained.
  
  
  
  Review Currency Configuration:
  
  Verify that both currencies involved in the transaction are correctly configured in the system.
  Check if the currencies are active and properly set up in the system.
  
  
  
  Use Correct Exchange Rate Type:
  
  Ensure that the correct exchange rate type is being used for the transaction. You can check this in the configuration settings or in the transaction itself.
  
  
  
  Consult with Finance Team:
  
  If you are unsure about the exchange rates or the configuration, consult with your finance or accounting team to ensure that the necessary rates are maintained.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  OB08: Maintain exchange rates.
  OBBS: Display exchange rates.
  
  
  Exchange Rate Types: SAP allows for different types of exchange rates (e.g., M for average rate, B for bank rate). Ensure you are using the correct type for your transaction.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more detailed instructions on maintaining exchange rates and handling currency transactions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FZ338 error and successfully post your transaction.