How To Fix HRECM00BDG156 - Currency conversion from &1 to &2 not possible with conversion date &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRECM00BDG - Messages for Budgeting Functions

• Message number: 156

• Message text: Currency conversion from &1 to &2 not possible with conversion date &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRECM00BDG156 - Currency conversion from &1 to &2 not possible with conversion date &3 ?

  The SAP error message HRECM00BDG156 indicates that there is an issue with currency conversion in the system. This error typically arises when the system attempts to convert an amount from one currency to another, but it cannot find a valid exchange rate for the specified conversion date.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Exchange Rate: The most common cause is that there is no exchange rate defined in the system for the specified currency pair (from &1 to &2) on the given conversion date (&3).
  Incorrect Date: The conversion date may be incorrect or not within the range of valid exchange rates.
  Currency Configuration: The currencies involved may not be properly configured in the system.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a mistake in the data entry, such as incorrect currency codes or dates.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Exchange Rates:
  
  Go to the transaction code OB08 (Maintain Exchange Rates) in SAP.
  Verify if there is an exchange rate defined for the currency pair on the specified date.
  If not, you can enter the required exchange rate for that date.
  
  
  
  Review Currency Configuration:
  
  Ensure that both currencies are correctly configured in the system.
  Check if the currencies are active and available for transactions.
  
  
  
  Validate the Date:
  
  Confirm that the conversion date is correct and falls within the range of available exchange rates.
  If necessary, adjust the date to a valid one.
  
  
  
  Data Entry Verification:
  
  Double-check the data entry for any typos or errors in the currency codes or dates.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If the issue persists, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  OB08: Maintain Exchange Rates
  OBBS: Display Exchange Rates
  
  
  Currency Types: Ensure that you are aware of the different types of currencies (e.g., local currency, group currency) and how they are used in your organization.
  Exchange Rate Types: Different exchange rate types (e.g., M for average rate, B for bank buying rate) may be used, so ensure you are using the correct one.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully perform the currency conversion in SAP.