How To Fix GLE_AL_BA1_F4_MSG001 - Exchange rate type &1 not mapped to a particular 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: 001

• Message text: Exchange rate type &1 not mapped to a particular exchange rate category

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GLE_AL_BA1_F4_MSG001 - Exchange rate type &1 not mapped to a particular exchange rate category ?

  The SAP error message GLE_AL_BA1_F4_MSG001 indicates that the specified exchange rate type (denoted as &1 in the message) is not mapped to a particular exchange rate category in the system. This can occur during various financial transactions where exchange rates are required, such as during currency conversions or when posting transactions in different currencies.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Mapping: The exchange rate type you are trying to use has not been assigned to an exchange rate category in the system configuration.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the settings related to exchange rates in the Financial Accounting (FI) module.
  Custom Exchange Rate Types: If you are using a custom exchange rate type, it may not have been properly configured in the system.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Exchange Rate Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP transaction code OB08 (Maintain Exchange Rates).
  Verify that the exchange rate type in question is defined and has valid exchange rates for the currencies you are working with.
  
  
  
  Map Exchange Rate Type to Category:
  
  Use transaction code OBBS (Define Exchange Rate Types) to check if the exchange rate type is mapped to an exchange rate category.
  If it is not mapped, you will need to create a mapping. This typically involves:
  
  Selecting the exchange rate type.
  Assigning it to the appropriate exchange rate category.
  
  
  
  
  
  Check for Customizations:
  
  If you are using custom exchange rate types, ensure that they are properly configured in the system.
  Consult with your SAP functional consultant or technical team to ensure that any custom developments are correctly set up.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Exchange Rate Types: These are used in SAP to define how currency conversions are handled. Common types include M (average rate), B (bank buying rate), and G (bank selling rate).
  Exchange Rate Categories: These categorize exchange rates based on their usage, such as for valuation, reporting, or transaction purposes.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on configuring exchange rates and related settings.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.