How To Fix G5157 - The exchange rate can not be calculated for & & and & &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: G5 - IS-Oil /Joint Venture/ Material transfer pricing

• Message number: 157

• Message text: The exchange rate can not be calculated for & & and & &

There is error while computing the exchange rate for user currency
amount &V1& &V2& and funding currency amount &V3& &V4&.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message G5157 - The exchange rate can not be calculated for & & and & & ?

  The SAP error message G5157, which states "The exchange rate cannot be calculated for & & and & &," typically occurs when there is an issue with the currency exchange rates in the system. This error can arise in various scenarios, such as during the posting of financial documents, currency conversion, or when generating reports that involve multiple currencies.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Exchange Rate: The exchange rate for the specified currencies is not maintained in the system for the relevant date.
  Incorrect Currency Pair: The currencies specified in the transaction may not have a valid exchange rate defined.
  Date Issues: The exchange rate may not be available for the date of the transaction. Exchange rates are often maintained for specific periods.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the currency settings or in the exchange rate types.
  Inactive Exchange Rate Type: The exchange rate type being used may be inactive or not properly configured.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Maintain Exchange Rates:
  
  Go to the transaction code OB08 (Maintain Exchange Rates) and check if the exchange rate for the specified currency pair exists for the relevant date.
  If it does not exist, you can enter the required exchange rate.
  
  
  
  Check Currency Pair:
  
  Ensure that the currencies involved in the transaction are correctly specified and that they are supported by the exchange rate configuration.
  
  
  
  Verify Date:
  
  Check the date of the transaction and ensure that it falls within the range for which the exchange rates are maintained.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings for currency types and exchange rate types in the system. Ensure that they are set up correctly.
  
  
  
  Activate Exchange Rate Type:
  
  If the exchange rate type is inactive, you may need to activate it or create a new one if necessary.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for any specific configurations or settings that may be affecting the exchange rate calculations.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  OB08: Maintain Exchange Rates
  OBBS: Maintain Exchange Rate Types
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to exchange rates.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to maintain exchange rates and perform currency-related transactions.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in financial modules.