How To Fix GLE_MCA130 - Need two rates for comparison; currency &1 to &2 currency &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GLE_MCA - Multicurrency Accounting

• Message number: 130

• Message text: Need two rates for comparison; currency &1 to &2 currency &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GLE_MCA130 - Need two rates for comparison; currency &1 to &2 currency &3 ?

  The SAP error message GLE_MCA130 indicates that there is a need for two different currency rates for comparison in a financial transaction or report. This error typically arises in the context of currency conversion or when dealing with multiple currencies in financial documents.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when the system expects to find two exchange rates for the currencies involved in a transaction but cannot find them. This can happen due to several reasons:
  
  Missing Exchange Rate: The exchange rate between the two currencies has not been maintained in the system.
  Incorrect Currency Configuration: The currencies involved may not be properly configured in the system.
  Date Issues: The exchange rate may not be valid for the date of the transaction.
  Currency Type: The system may be expecting a specific type of currency (e.g., transaction currency vs. local currency) and cannot find the necessary rates.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the GLE_MCA130 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Exchange Rates:
  
  Go to the transaction code OB08 (Maintain Exchange Rates) in SAP.
  Verify that the exchange rates for the currencies in question (from &1 to &2 and currency &3) are maintained for the relevant date.
  If the rates are missing, you will need to enter them.
  
  
  
  Verify Currency Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the currencies involved are correctly configured in the system.
  Check the currency settings in the relevant financial documents or master data.
  
  
  
  Check Transaction Date:
  
  Ensure that the transaction date falls within the validity period of the exchange rates maintained in the system.
  
  
  
  Review Currency Types:
  
  Make sure that the correct currency types are being used in the transaction. For example, if you are comparing a local currency with a foreign currency, ensure that both are set up correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the configuration or the process, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  OB08: Maintain Exchange Rates
  OB07: Define Exchange Rate Types
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to maintain exchange rates and currency configurations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the GLE_MCA130 error in SAP.