How To Fix KEPSL035 - Translation into currency &1 ( currency type &2 ) failed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KEPSL - Messages combined Profitability Analysis

• Message number: 035

• Message text: Translation into currency &1 ( currency type &2 ) failed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KEPSL035 - Translation into currency &1 ( currency type &2 ) failed ?

  The SAP error message KEPSL035, which states "Translation into currency &1 (currency type &2) failed," typically occurs in the context of controlling (CO) or financial accounting (FI) when there is an issue with currency conversion. This error can arise during various processes, such as when trying to display or process reports that involve multiple currencies.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Exchange Rate: The most common cause is that there is no exchange rate defined for the currency pair in the specified currency type.
  Incorrect Currency Type: The currency type specified may not be set up correctly in the system.
  Date Issues: The exchange rate may not be valid for the date of the transaction or report.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the currency settings in the controlling area or company code.
  Master Data Issues: The master data for the relevant accounts or cost centers may not be set up correctly to handle the specified currencies.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Exchange Rates:
  
  Go to transaction code OB08 to check if the exchange rates for the relevant currency pair and currency type are maintained.
  If not, you will need to enter the appropriate exchange rates.
  
  
  
  Verify Currency Type:
  
  Ensure that the currency type you are using is correctly configured in the system. You can check this in the configuration settings for controlling or financial accounting.
  
  
  
  Check Validity Dates:
  
  Ensure that the exchange rate is valid for the date of the transaction. If the date is outside the range of the defined exchange rates, you will need to update the rates.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings for the controlling area or company code to ensure that they are set up to handle the currencies involved.
  
  
  
  Master Data Review:
  
  Review the master data for the relevant accounts or cost centers to ensure they are set up to handle the specified currencies.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the transaction or report again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Currency Types: In SAP, currency types are used to define how currencies are handled in various contexts (e.g., transaction currency, group currency, etc.).
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OB08 (Maintain Exchange Rates), OBA1 (Define Currency Types), and KEA0 (Maintain CO Area).
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on currency translation and configuration settings.
  
  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 known issues related to this error message.