How To Fix /PF1/MSG_BPE020 - Translation of &1 &2 into currency &3 is not possible; no ER found


/PF1/MSG_BPE020 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: /PF1/MSG_BPE -

  • Message number: 020

  • Message text: Translation of &1 &2 into currency &3 is not possible; no ER found

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PF1/MSG_BPE020 - Translation of &1 &2 into currency &3 is not possible; no ER found ?
    The SAP error message /PF1/MSG_BPE020 indicates that there is an issue with the translation of a specific amount into a different currency because no exchange rate (ER) has been found for the specified currencies. This typically occurs in scenarios involving currency conversion, such as during financial transactions, reporting, or data processing.
    
    Cause: Missing Exchange Rate: The primary cause of this error is that there is no exchange rate defined in the system for the currency pair involved (from currency &1 to currency &3). 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 in SAP are often date-sensitive. Currency Type: The currency type being used may not have an exchange rate defined.
    Solution: Check Exchange Rates: Go to the transaction code OB08 (Maintain Exchange Rates) in SAP. Verify if there is an exchange rate defined for the currency

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