How To Fix KK500 - Currency & cannot be converted into currency &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KK -

• Message number: 500

• Message text: Currency & cannot be converted into currency &

What causes this issue?

The system cannot convert between the two currencies because
no exchange rates for these currencies are stored in the system.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Go into Customizing and enter the exchange rate (table TCURR).

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KK500 - Currency & cannot be converted into currency & ?

  The SAP error message KK500 typically indicates that there is an issue with currency conversion in the context of cost accounting or controlling (CO) transactions. This error occurs when the system is unable to convert an amount from one currency to another due to various reasons, such as missing exchange rates or incorrect currency settings.
  Causes of Error KK500
  
  
  Missing Exchange Rate: The most common cause is that there is no exchange rate defined for the currencies involved in the transaction. SAP requires exchange rates to convert amounts from one currency to another.
  
  
  Incorrect Currency Settings: The currencies used in the transaction may not be correctly configured in the system. This can include issues with the currency type or the currency key.
  
  
  Date Issues: The exchange rate may not be valid for the date of the transaction. Exchange rates can change daily, and if the rate for the specific date is not maintained, the conversion will fail.
  
  
  Currency Type Mismatch: The transaction may involve different currency types (e.g., local currency, group currency, or transaction currency) that are not compatible.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the controlling module that affect how currencies are handled.
  
  
  Solutions to Error KK500
  
  
  Check Exchange Rates:
  
  Go to the transaction code OB08 to maintain exchange rates.
  Ensure that there is a valid exchange rate for the currencies involved on the date of the transaction.
  
  
  
  Verify Currency Settings:
  
  Check the currency settings in the relevant master data (e.g., cost centers, internal orders) to ensure that the currencies are correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Review Transaction Date:
  
  Ensure that the transaction date falls within the range of valid exchange rates. If necessary, update the exchange rates for the required date.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings in the controlling module to ensure that currency handling is set up correctly. This may involve checking the settings in the controlling area.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on handling currency conversion issues.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OB08 (Maintain Exchange Rates), OX19 (Define Company Codes), and KSB1 (Cost Centers: Actual Line Items) to troubleshoot and resolve issues.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to currency conversion errors.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and maintain exchange rates and currency settings.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the KK500 error in SAP.