How To Fix J2428 - Inverse rate for currency pair (& &) on & cannot be determined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: J2 - Message Class for Development Class JBT

• Message number: 428

• Message text: Inverse rate for currency pair (& &) on & cannot be determined

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message J2428 - Inverse rate for currency pair (& &) on & cannot be determined ?

  The SAP error message J2428 indicates that the system is unable to determine the inverse exchange rate for a specified currency pair on a given date. This typically occurs in the context of foreign currency transactions, where the system needs to convert amounts from one currency to another.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Exchange Rate: The most common cause is that there is no exchange rate defined for the currency pair in the system for the specified date.
  Incorrect Configuration: The currency pair may not be properly configured in the system, or the exchange rate type being used may not have the necessary rates defined.
  Date Issues: The date for which the exchange rate is being requested may not have a valid rate set up in the system.
  Currency Pair Not Supported: The currency pair may not be supported or recognized by the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Exchange Rates: Go to the transaction code OB08 (or the relevant transaction for maintaining exchange rates) and check if the exchange rate for the specified currency pair exists for the date in question. If it does not exist, you will need to enter the appropriate exchange rate.
  
  
  Maintain Exchange Rate: If the exchange rate is missing, you can add it by entering the currency pair, the exchange rate, and the validity date.
  
  
  Verify Configuration: Ensure that the currency pair is correctly configured in the system. Check the settings for the exchange rate type being used to ensure it includes the necessary currency pairs.
  
  
  Check for Validity: Make sure that the exchange rate is valid for the date you are trying to process. If you are working with historical data, ensure that the rates are maintained for those dates.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the configuration or how to maintain exchange rates, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP administrator.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  OB08: Maintain exchange rates
  OBA1: Define exchange rate types
  
  
  Exchange Rate Types: Different exchange rate types can be defined in SAP, and each type can have different rates for the same currency pair.
  Currency Configuration: Ensure that the currencies involved are properly configured in the system (transaction code OY03 for currency settings).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to currency conversion or exchange rates.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the J2428 error and ensure that the necessary exchange rates are available for your transactions.