How To Fix /PF1/MSG_CHARGES013 - Currency conversion error from charge currency &1 to currency &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PF1/MSG_CHARGES -

• Message number: 013

• Message text: Currency conversion error from charge currency &1 to currency &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PF1/MSG_CHARGES013 - Currency conversion error from charge currency &1 to currency &2 ?

  The SAP error message /PF1/MSG_CHARGES013 indicates a currency conversion error when trying to convert an amount from one currency (charge currency) to another currency. This error typically arises in scenarios involving financial transactions, such as billing, invoicing, or cost allocation, where different currencies are involved.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Exchange Rate: The most common cause of this error is that there is no exchange rate defined for the currency pair (from charge currency &1 to currency &2) in the system.
  Invalid Currency Pair: The currencies specified may not be valid or recognized by the system.
  Exchange Rate Validity: The exchange rate may not be valid for the date of the transaction. Exchange rates can be time-sensitive, and if the rate is not valid for the transaction date, the conversion will fail.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of currency settings in the SAP system, such as missing or incorrect settings in the currency types or exchange rate types.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Exchange Rates:
  
  Go to the transaction code OB08 to check if the exchange rate between the two currencies is defined.
  If it is missing, you can enter the appropriate exchange rate for the required date.
  
  
  
  Verify Currency Configuration:
  
  Ensure that both currencies are correctly configured in the system. Check the currency types and ensure they are set up properly in the configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Check Transaction Date:
  
  Ensure that the transaction date falls within the validity period of the exchange rate. If the rate is not valid for the transaction date, you may need to update or add a new exchange rate.
  
  
  
  Review Transaction Data:
  
  Double-check the transaction data to ensure that the correct currencies are being used and that there are no typographical errors.
  
  
  
  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.
  OB07 - Define exchange rate types.
  
  
  Currency Types: Ensure that the currency types are correctly defined in the system.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on currency conversion errors.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the currency conversion error in SAP.