How To Fix PM173 - No exchange rate difference account defined in table T030H; termination

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PM - Extended Payment Functions

• Message number: 173

• Message text: No exchange rate difference account defined in table T030H; termination

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PM173 - No exchange rate difference account defined in table T030H; termination ?

  The SAP error message PM173 indicates that there is no exchange rate difference account defined in the table T030H. This typically occurs in the context of financial transactions that involve foreign currency, where the system needs to determine how to handle exchange rate differences.
  Cause:
  The error arises when:
  
  The system is trying to post a transaction that involves currency conversion.
  There is no corresponding exchange rate difference account defined in the configuration for the relevant company code or currency pair.
  The configuration in the Financial Accounting (FI) module is incomplete or incorrect.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to define the exchange rate difference account in the T030H table. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen.
  Navigate to the following path: SPRO -> SAP Reference IMG -> Financial Accounting (New) -> Financial Accounting Global Settings (New) -> Currencies -> Define Exchange Rate Difference Accounts.
  
  
  
  Define the Exchange Rate Difference Account:
  
  In the configuration screen, you will need to specify the following:
  
  Company Code: Select the relevant company code.
  Currency: Specify the currency for which you want to define the exchange rate difference account.
  Account: Enter the G/L account that will be used for posting exchange rate differences. This account should be a valid G/L account in your chart of accounts.
  
  
  
  
  
  Save the Configuration:
  
  After entering the necessary details, save your changes.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  After making the changes, try to execute the transaction that previously resulted in the error to ensure that the issue has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Table T030H: This table is used to store the exchange rate difference accounts for different company codes and currencies.
  G/L Account: Ensure that the G/L account you are using is properly configured and has the necessary settings for posting exchange rate differences.
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like OB22 to check or maintain the exchange rate difference accounts.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed guidance on configuring financial settings related to currency and exchange rates.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP support team or a financial consultant who specializes in SAP FI configurations.