KM146 - Error during currency conversion

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KM - Error messages for Profit Center Accounting

• Message number: 146

• Message text: Error during currency conversion

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KM146 - Error during currency conversion ?

  The SAP error message KM146, which indicates "Error during currency conversion," typically arises during processes that involve currency conversion, such as during the posting of financial documents, reporting, or when executing transactions that require currency translation.
  Causes of KM146 Error
  
  
  Missing or Incorrect Exchange Rates: The most common cause is that the exchange rate for the currency pair involved is missing or not maintained in the system.
  
  
  Invalid 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 are often time-sensitive, and if the date falls outside the range of valid rates, the conversion will fail.
  
  
  Currency Type Issues: The error can also occur if the currency type (e.g., transaction currency, local currency, or group currency) is not set up correctly.
  
  
  Technical Issues: There may be underlying technical issues, such as problems with the database or the application server.
  
  
  Solutions to KM146 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 the rates are valid for the date of the transaction.
  
  
  
  Verify Currency Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration of the currencies in the system. Ensure that the currencies involved are correctly set up in the company code settings.
  
  
  
  Review Transaction Dates:
  
  Ensure that the transaction date falls within the range of valid exchange rates. If necessary, update the exchange rates for the required period.
  
  
  
  Check Currency Types:
  
  Verify that the currency types used in the transaction are correctly defined and that the system can handle them.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues related to currency conversion errors. You can search for notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If the issue persists, consider debugging the transaction to identify the exact point of failure. This may require assistance from a technical consultant.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes like OB08 (Maintain Exchange Rates) and FB50 (Enter G/L Account Document) where currency conversion might be relevant.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to currency management and exchange rate maintenance for more detailed guidance.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the KM146 error effectively.