How To Fix IDFIHU117 - Exchange rate types for date & have not been updated

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IDFIHU - FI Developments for Hungary

• Message number: 117

• Message text: Exchange rate types for date & have not been updated

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IDFIHU117 - Exchange rate types for date & have not been updated ?

  The SAP error message IDFIHU117 indicates that the exchange rate types for a specific date have not been updated in the system. This error typically arises when you attempt to perform a transaction that requires currency conversion, but the necessary exchange rates are missing for the specified date.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Exchange Rates: The primary cause of this error is that the exchange rates for the required currency pair and date have not been maintained in the system.
  Incorrect Date: The date for which the exchange rate is being queried may not be valid or may fall outside the range of maintained rates.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the currency settings in the SAP system.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the IDFIHU117 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Exchange Rate Maintenance:
  
  Go to the transaction code OB08 (or use the menu path: Logistics > Financial Accounting > Financial Accounting Global Settings > Currencies > Maintain Exchange Rates).
  Verify if the exchange rates for the required currency pair and date are maintained. If not, you will need to enter the missing exchange rates.
  
  
  
  Enter Missing Exchange Rates:
  
  If the rates are missing, you can add them by selecting the appropriate currency pair and entering the exchange rate for the required date.
  
  
  
  Check Validity Period:
  
  Ensure that the exchange rates you are trying to use are within the validity period. Exchange rates can be set with specific start and end dates.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  If you suspect configuration issues, check the settings in the Customizing (transaction code SPRO) under Financial Accounting > Financial Accounting Global Settings > Currencies to ensure everything is set up correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the process, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  OB08: Maintain Exchange Rates
  SPRO: Access Customizing settings
  
  
  Currency Types: Understand the different types of exchange rates (e.g., spot rates, average rates) and how they are used in your organization.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to maintain exchange rates in the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the IDFIHU117 error and ensure that the necessary exchange rates are available for your transactions.