How To Fix K-373 - Error when converting currency &1 to &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: K- -

• Message number: 373

• Message text: Error when converting currency &1 to &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message K-373 - Error when converting currency &1 to &2 ?

  The SAP error message K-373, which states "Error when converting currency &1 to &2," typically occurs during the processing of financial transactions where currency conversion is required. This error can arise in various contexts, such as during the posting of documents, running reports, or executing transactions that involve multiple currencies.
  Causes of K-373 Error
  
  
  Missing Exchange Rate: The most common cause is that there is no exchange rate defined for the currency pair in the system for the date of the transaction.
  
  
  Incorrect Currency Configuration: The currencies involved may not be properly configured in the system, or there may be issues with the currency settings in the company code.
  
  
  Date Issues: The exchange rate may not be valid for the date of the transaction. Exchange rates can be time-sensitive, and if the date falls outside the range of valid rates, the conversion will fail.
  
  
  Currency Type Issues: The error may also occur if the currency types (e.g., transaction currency, local currency, or group currency) are not set up correctly.
  
  
  Technical Issues: There could be underlying technical issues, such as problems with the currency conversion function or issues with the SAP system itself.
  
  
  Solutions to K-373 Error
  
  
  Check Exchange Rates:
  
  Go to the transaction code OB08 to check if the exchange rates for the relevant currency pair are maintained.
  Ensure that there is a valid exchange rate for the date of the transaction.
  
  
  
  Maintain Exchange Rates:
  
  If the exchange rate is missing, you can enter it manually in the same transaction (OB08) or use the appropriate method to upload exchange rates in bulk.
  
  
  
  Verify Currency Configuration:
  
  Check the currency settings in the company code configuration (transaction code OBY6) to ensure that the currencies are correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Review Transaction Dates:
  
  Ensure that the transaction date falls within the range of valid exchange rates. If necessary, adjust the transaction date or maintain the required exchange rates.
  
  
  
  Check Currency Types:
  
  Verify that the currency types used in the transaction are correctly set up and that they correspond to the expected values.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  OB08: Maintain Exchange Rates
  OBY6: Configure Company Code Currency Settings
  FB50: General Ledger Document Entry (to test currency conversion)
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for more details on currency conversion and configuration.
  
  
  User Forums: SAP Community and other user forums can be helpful for finding similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the K-373 error in SAP.