How To Fix /PLMI/RCA_CALC028 - Conversion between currencies &1 and &2 is not possible

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PLMI/RCA_CALC -

• Message number: 028

• Message text: Conversion between currencies &1 and &2 is not possible

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PLMI/RCA_CALC028 - Conversion between currencies &1 and &2 is not possible ?

  The SAP error message /PLMI/RCA_CALC028 indicates that there is an issue with currency conversion between two specified currencies (denoted as &1 and &2). This error typically arises in scenarios where a currency conversion is required, but the system cannot find the necessary exchange rate or the conversion is not possible due to configuration issues.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Exchange Rate: The most common cause is that there is no exchange rate defined for the currencies involved in the conversion.
  Incorrect Currency Configuration: The currencies may not be properly configured in the system, or they may not be set up for conversion.
  Date Issues: 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 date in question, the conversion will fail.
  Currency Type Issues: The currencies may be of different types (e.g., local currency vs. foreign currency) that are not compatible for conversion.
  Customizing Settings: There may be issues with the customizing settings related to currency conversion in the SAP system.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Exchange Rates:
  
  Go to the transaction code OB08 to check if the exchange rate between the two currencies is defined.
  If not, you will need to enter the appropriate exchange rate for the currencies involved.
  
  
  
  Verify Currency Configuration:
  
  Ensure that both currencies are correctly configured in the system. You can check this in the transaction code OB22 for currency types.
  Make sure that the currencies are set up for conversion.
  
  
  
  Check Validity Dates:
  
  Ensure that the exchange rate is valid for the date of the transaction. If necessary, update the exchange rate to include the required date.
  
  
  
  Review Customizing Settings:
  
  Check the customizing settings related to currency conversion in the SAP system. This may involve reviewing the settings in the Financial Accounting (FI) module.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on currency conversion issues.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  OB08: Maintain exchange rates.
  OB22: Define currency types.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on this error message.
  User Forums: Consider visiting SAP community forums or user groups for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the error message /PLMI/RCA_CALC028.