How To Fix GLE_FXR006 - Market data exchange rate is not intended for transaction &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GLE_FXR - Currency translation with extended exchange rate

• Message number: 006

• Message text: Market data exchange rate is not intended for transaction &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GLE_FXR006 - Market data exchange rate is not intended for transaction & ?

  The SAP error message GLE_FXR006 indicates that there is an issue with the market data exchange rate not being intended for the specific transaction you are trying to execute. This error typically arises in the context of foreign currency transactions, where the system is unable to find a valid exchange rate for the currency pair involved in the transaction.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Exchange Rate: The exchange rate for the currency pair you are trying to use may not be defined in the system.
  Incorrect Validity Period: The exchange rate may exist, but it is not valid for the date of the transaction.
  Transaction Type Restrictions: The exchange rate may be configured to be used only for specific transaction types, and the current transaction does not match those criteria.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the currency settings or in the market data settings.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Exchange Rates:
  
  Go to the transaction code OB08 to check if the exchange rate for the relevant currency pair is defined.
  Ensure that the exchange rate is valid for the date of the transaction.
  
  
  
  Update Exchange Rates:
  
  If the exchange rate is missing or outdated, you can enter the correct exchange rate in the system.
  
  
  
  Review Transaction Type:
  
  Ensure that the transaction type you are using is compatible with the exchange rate defined in the system.
  
  
  
  Configuration Review:
  
  Check the configuration settings in the SAP system related to currency and exchange rates. This may involve reviewing the settings in the Financial Accounting (FI) module or the General Ledger (GL) settings.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on the error message and related configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Contact 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.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  OB08 - Maintain Exchange Rates
  OBBS - Maintain Exchange Rate Types
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user executing the transaction has the necessary permissions to access and modify exchange rates.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the GLE_FXR006 error and implement a solution to resolve it.