How To Fix GI869 - Error in country currency determination: Conversion data missing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GI - FI-SL update

• Message number: 869

• Message text: Error in country currency determination: Conversion data missing

What causes this issue?

The country currency has to be determined for the data that was
archived prior to the euro changeover.
No data was found for this in the relevant tax table (EWUORG) for the
country &V1&, ledger &V2&, and 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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GI869 - Error in country currency determination: Conversion data missing ?

  The SAP error message GI869, which states "Error in country currency determination: Conversion data missing," typically occurs when the system is unable to determine the currency conversion rates needed for a transaction. This can happen in various scenarios, such as during the posting of financial documents, sales orders, or when performing currency conversions in reports.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Exchange Rate Data: The exchange rate for the relevant currency pair may not be maintained in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The currency settings in the company code or controlling area may not be properly configured.
  Missing Currency Type: The currency type (e.g., transaction currency, local currency) may not be defined for the relevant transaction.
  Inconsistent Master Data: The master data for customers, vendors, or materials may not have the necessary currency information.
  Country-Specific Settings: There may be specific settings related to the country that are not configured correctly.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Maintain Exchange Rates:
  
  Go to the transaction code OB08 to maintain exchange rates. Ensure that the exchange rates for the relevant currency pair are correctly defined and active for the required date range.
  
  
  
  Check Company Code Settings:
  
  Verify the currency settings in the company code configuration. Use transaction code OBY6 to check the currency settings for the company code.
  
  
  
  Review Currency Types:
  
  Ensure that the currency types are correctly defined in the system. You can check this in the configuration settings under Financial Accounting > General Ledger > Master Data > G/L Accounts > Preparation > Define Account Groups.
  
  
  
  Check Master Data:
  
  Review the master data for customers, vendors, and materials to ensure that the currency information is correctly maintained. Use transaction codes like XD03 (for customers) and MK03 (for materials) to check the relevant data.
  
  
  
  Country-Specific Configuration:
  
  If the issue is related to a specific country, check the country-specific settings in the configuration. This may include settings related to tax, currency, and other financial parameters.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message. There may be patches or updates that resolve known issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OB08 (Maintain Exchange Rates), OBY6 (Company Code Settings), and others related to financial configuration.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to currency management and financial accounting to understand the underlying principles and configurations.
  Testing: After making changes, perform tests to ensure that the error is resolved and that transactions can be processed without issues.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in financial accounting within SAP.