How To Fix /PM0/ABP_CURR_CONV006 - Exchange rate date is empty

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PM0/ABP_CURR_CONV -

• Message number: 006

• Message text: Exchange rate date is empty

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PM0/ABP_CURR_CONV006 - Exchange rate date is empty ?

  The SAP error message /PM0/ABP_CURR_CONV006 Exchange rate date is empty typically occurs in the context of currency conversion or financial transactions where an exchange rate is required but the date for that exchange rate is not provided. This can happen in various modules, including Financial Accounting (FI), Controlling (CO), or any other module that deals with currency conversion.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Date Input: The most common cause is that the date field for the exchange rate is not filled in the transaction or report you are trying to execute.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the currency conversion settings in the system.
  Data Entry Errors: Users may have inadvertently skipped entering the date or entered it incorrectly.
  Custom Programs: If you are using a custom program or report, it may not be handling the date input correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Input Fields: Ensure that the date field for the exchange rate is filled in the transaction or report. If it is empty, enter the appropriate date.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings for currency conversion in the relevant SAP module. Ensure that the exchange rate types and their validity periods are correctly set up.
  Validate Data Entry: If the error occurs during data entry, ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly before executing the transaction.
  Debug Custom Programs: If the error arises from a custom program, review the code to ensure that it correctly handles the exchange rate date input.
  Use Default Dates: If applicable, consider using default dates for exchange rates in your transactions to avoid this error.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Exchange Rate Types: Familiarize yourself with the different exchange rate types configured in your SAP system (e.g., M for average rate, B for bank buying rate, etc.).
  Transaction Codes: Common transaction codes related to currency conversion include:
  
  OB08 (Maintain Exchange Rates)
  OBBS (Maintain Exchange Rate Types)
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files related to currency conversion and exchange rates for more detailed information.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in the relevant module.