How To Fix GLE_AL_BA1_F4_MSG000 - Exchange rate type &1 mapped more than once to an exchange rate category

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GLE_AL_BA1_F4_MSG - Messages for GL Enhancement: Currency Conversion

• Message number: 000

• Message text: Exchange rate type &1 mapped more than once to an exchange rate category

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GLE_AL_BA1_F4_MSG000 - Exchange rate type &1 mapped more than once to an exchange rate category ?

  The SAP error message GLE_AL_BA1_F4_MSG000 indicates that there is a configuration issue related to exchange rate types and their mapping to exchange rate categories in the system. Specifically, it means that the exchange rate type specified is mapped more than once to a single exchange rate category, which is not allowed.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Mapping: The primary cause of this error is that the same exchange rate type has been assigned multiple times to the same exchange rate category in the configuration settings.
  Configuration Error: This can occur due to incorrect configuration in the Financial Accounting (FI) or Controlling (CO) modules, particularly in the settings for exchange rates.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to check and correct the configuration settings in the SAP system:
  
  
  Access the Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen.
  Navigate to the following path: 
  SPRO -> Financial Accounting -> Financial Accounting Global Settings -> Currencies -> Define Exchange Rate Types
  
  
  
  
  Check Exchange Rate Types:
  
  Look for the exchange rate type that is causing the error (indicated by &1 in the error message).
  Verify the mapping of this exchange rate type to exchange rate categories.
  
  
  
  Remove Duplicate Entries:
  
  If you find that the same exchange rate type is mapped to the same exchange rate category more than once, remove the duplicate entry.
  Ensure that each exchange rate type is uniquely mapped to its corresponding exchange rate category.
  
  
  
  Save Changes: After making the necessary adjustments, save your changes.
  
  
  Test the Configuration: After correcting the configuration, test the transaction or process that was causing the error to ensure that it has been resolved.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Exchange Rate Types: These are used in SAP to define how currency conversions are handled. Different types can be used for different purposes (e.g., average rate, historical rate).
  Exchange Rate Categories: These categorize the exchange rates for different purposes, such as for financial reporting or for specific transactions.
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like OB08 to maintain exchange rates or OB22 to define exchange rate types.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the configuration, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or FI/CO consultant for further investigation.