How To Fix KB195 - Enter an exchange rate date

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KB - Controlling: Reporting

• Message number: 195

• Message text: Enter an exchange rate date

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KB195 - Enter an exchange rate date ?

  The SAP error message "KB195 Enter an exchange rate date" typically occurs when you are trying to enter or process a transaction that requires an exchange rate, but the system does not have a valid exchange rate date specified. This can happen in various contexts, such as during the posting of foreign currency transactions or when dealing with currency conversion.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Exchange Rate Date: The most common cause is that the exchange rate date has not been provided in the transaction or document you are trying to process.
  Invalid Date: The date provided may not be valid or may not correspond to a date for which exchange rates are available in the system.
  Exchange Rate Configuration: There may be an issue with the configuration of exchange rates in the system, such as missing rates for the specified date.
  
  Solution:
  
  Enter an Exchange Rate Date: When prompted with the error, ensure that you enter a valid exchange rate date in the relevant field. This date should correspond to a date for which exchange rates are maintained in the system.
  Check Exchange Rate Table: Verify that the exchange rate for the specified date exists in the system. You can do this by checking the exchange rate table (usually accessed via transaction code OB08).
  Maintain Exchange Rates: If the exchange rate for the required date is missing, you may need to maintain the exchange rates for that date. This can be done through transaction OB08, where you can enter or update exchange rates.
  Review Configuration: If you frequently encounter this error, review the configuration settings related to currency and exchange rates in your SAP system to ensure they are set up correctly.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  OB08: To maintain exchange rates.
  FB01: To post a document (where you might encounter this error).
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on currency management and exchange rate maintenance.
  User Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to enter or modify exchange rates in the system.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP Notes for any specific patches or updates related to this error message.