How To Fix KX032 - Incorrect time reference for currency translation

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KX - EC-EIS/EC-BP: Data basis, data collection

• Message number: 032

• Message text: Incorrect time reference for currency translation

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KX032 - Incorrect time reference for currency translation ?

  The SAP error message KX032, which states "Incorrect time reference for currency translation," typically occurs during the execution of a transaction that involves currency translation, such as during the posting of costs or during the execution of reports that require currency conversion. This error indicates that there is an issue with the time reference used for the currency translation process.
  Causes:
  
  Missing or Incorrect Exchange Rates: The exchange rates for the relevant currencies may not be maintained for the specific date or period being referenced.
  Invalid Time Reference: The time reference (date) used for the currency translation may not be valid or may not correspond to a period for which exchange rates are defined.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the currency translation settings in the SAP system.
  Posting Period Issues: The posting period may be closed or not open for the date being referenced, leading to the inability to perform currency translation.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Exchange Rates:
  
  Go to the transaction code OB08 (Maintain Exchange Rates) and verify that the exchange rates for the relevant currencies are maintained for the date in question.
  Ensure that the rates are valid and correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Verify Time Reference:
  
  Check the date or period being used for the currency translation. Ensure that it is a valid date and corresponds to an open posting period.
  If necessary, adjust the date to a valid one.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings for currency translation in the SAP system. This can be done through the transaction code SPRO (SAP Project Reference Object) and navigating to the relevant configuration settings.
  Ensure that the currency translation settings are correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Open Posting Periods:
  
  Ensure that the posting period for the date in question is open. You can check this in the transaction code OB52 (Maintain Posting Periods).
  If the period is closed, you may need to open it temporarily to perform the necessary transactions.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on currency translation and related settings.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: OB08 (Maintain Exchange Rates), OB52 (Maintain Posting Periods), SPRO (SAP Project Reference Object).
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address specific issues related to currency translation errors.
  Documentation: Review SAP Help documentation for detailed information on currency translation and configuration settings.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the KX032 error in your SAP system.