How To Fix MM_PUR_SES163 - Convert Amount &1 with Currency &2 not possible.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MM_PUR_SES -

• Message number: 163

• Message text: Convert Amount &1 with Currency &2 not possible.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MM_PUR_SES163 - Convert Amount &1 with Currency &2 not possible. ?

  The SAP error message MM_PUR_SES163: Convert Amount &1 with Currency &2 not possible typically occurs in the context of purchasing and materials management when there is an issue with currency conversion. This error can arise in various scenarios, such as during the creation of purchase orders, goods receipts, or invoice verification.
  Causes:
  
  
  Missing Exchange Rate: The most common cause is that there is no exchange rate defined for the currency pair involved in the transaction. If the system cannot find a valid exchange rate for the specified currencies, it cannot perform the conversion.
  
  
  Invalid Currency Configuration: The currencies involved may not be properly configured in the system. This could include issues with currency types or settings in the configuration.
  
  
  Date Issues: The exchange rate may not be valid for the date of the transaction. If the exchange rate is only valid for certain dates, and the transaction date falls outside that range, the conversion will fail.
  
  
  Currency Type: The currency type used in the transaction may not be supported for conversion. For example, if a local currency is used instead of a transaction currency.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Exchange Rates:
  
  Go to the transaction code OB08 (Maintain Exchange Rates) and verify that there is an exchange rate defined for the currency pair (e.g., from currency &2 to the local currency).
  If there is no exchange rate, you will need to enter one for the relevant date.
  
  
  
  Verify Currency Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the currencies involved are correctly configured in the system. Check the settings in SPRO (SAP Reference IMG) under Financial Accounting (FI) > Financial Accounting Global Settings > Currencies.
  
  
  
  Check Transaction Date:
  
  Ensure that the transaction date falls within the validity period of the exchange rate. If necessary, adjust the transaction date or update the exchange rates.
  
  
  
  Review Currency Types:
  
  Make sure that the currency types used in the transaction are appropriate and supported for conversion. This can be checked in the configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If the issue persists, consult SAP documentation or reach out to your SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  OB08: Maintain Exchange Rates
  ME21N: Create Purchase Order
  MIGO: Goods Movement
  MIRO: Invoice Verification
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to currency conversion errors.
  
  
  User Authorization: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access currency settings and exchange rates.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the MM_PUR_SES163 error in SAP.