How To Fix GI866 - Error in currency determination: Conversion data for CC & missing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GI - FI-SL update

• Message number: 866

• Message text: Error in currency determination: Conversion data for CC & missing

What causes this issue?

For the current processing, the currency of the data has to be
determined, that is, the currency of data archived prior to the euro
changeover.
No data was found in the relevant tax table (EWUORG) for ledger &V2&
and company code &V1& for currency type &V3&.

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 GI866 - Error in currency determination: Conversion data for CC & missing ?

  The SAP error message GI866, which states "Error in currency determination: Conversion data for CC & missing," typically occurs during the processing of transactions that involve currency conversion. This error indicates that the system is unable to find the necessary conversion data for the specified currency code (CC) in the context of the transaction being processed.
  Causes:
  
  
  Missing Currency Conversion Data: The most common cause is that the currency conversion data for the specified currency is not maintained in the system. This could be due to missing exchange rates or conversion types.
  
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for currency types or exchange rate types may not be set up correctly in the system.
  
  
  Inactive Exchange Rate: The exchange rate for the currency pair may not be active for the date of the transaction.
  
  
  Missing Master Data: The relevant master data (like customer/vendor master records) may not have the necessary currency information.
  
  
  Transaction Type Issues: The transaction type being processed may not be configured to handle the specified currency.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Maintain Exchange Rates:
  
  Go to the transaction code OB08 to maintain exchange rates. Ensure that the exchange rate for the currency pair in question is correctly defined and active for the relevant date.
  
  
  
  Check Currency Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings in SPRO (SAP Reference IMG) under Financial Accounting (FI) > Financial Accounting Global Settings > Currencies. Ensure that the currency types and conversion types are correctly set up.
  
  
  
  Verify Master Data:
  
  Check the master data for the relevant business partners (customers, vendors) to ensure that the correct currency is assigned.
  
  
  
  Review Transaction Type Settings:
  
  Ensure that the transaction type being used is configured to handle the currencies involved. This can be checked in the relevant configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Check for Missing Data:
  
  If the error occurs during a specific transaction, review the transaction data to ensure that all required fields are filled in correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  OB08: Maintain exchange rates.
  SPRO: Access the SAP Reference IMG for configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to currency management and exchange rate configuration for more detailed guidance.
  
  
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the GI866 error in your SAP system.