How To Fix OQ_H012 - Currency conversion from &1 to &2 failed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OQ_H - IS-Oil SSR : Message pool Interfaces/IAC/BAPI development

• Message number: 012

• Message text: Currency conversion from &1 to &2 failed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OQ_H012 - Currency conversion from &1 to &2 failed ?

  The SAP error message OQ_H012, which states "Currency conversion from &1 to &2 failed," typically occurs during processes that involve currency conversion, such as during the posting of financial documents, pricing calculations, or reporting. Here’s a breakdown of the potential causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Missing Exchange Rate: The most common cause is that there is no exchange rate defined for the currency pair in the system for the date of the transaction.
  Incorrect Currency Configuration: The currencies involved may not be properly configured in the system.
  Date Issues: The exchange rate may not be valid for the date of the transaction. Exchange rates are often defined for specific periods.
  Currency Type Issues: The system may be trying to use a currency type that is not set up correctly (e.g., using a statistical currency instead of a transaction currency).
  Custom Code or Enhancements: If there are custom developments or enhancements in the system, they may interfere with the standard currency conversion process.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Exchange Rates:
  
  Go to the transaction code OB08 to check if the exchange rate for the currency pair exists for the relevant date.
  If it does not exist, you can enter the required exchange rate.
  
  
  
  Verify Currency Configuration:
  
  Ensure that both currencies involved in the conversion are correctly configured in the system.
  Check the currency settings in the configuration (transaction code OBY6 for currency types).
  
  
  
  Review Transaction Date:
  
  Ensure that the transaction date falls within the validity period of the exchange rate.
  If necessary, update the exchange rate for the required date.
  
  
  
  Check for Custom Code:
  
  If there are any custom developments or enhancements, review them to ensure they are not causing the issue.
  Consult with your ABAP team if necessary.
  
  
  
  Test with Different Currencies:
  
  Try performing the same operation with different currency pairs to see if the issue is isolated to specific currencies.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant notes or updates that may address this specific error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  OB08: Maintain exchange rates.
  OBY6: Define currency types.
  FB50: General ledger posting (to test currency conversion).
  
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to currency conversion and exchange rate maintenance for further insights.
  
  
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for additional support and shared experiences from other users who may have encountered the same issue.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the OQ_H012 error and implement a solution to resolve it.