How To Fix /PM0/ALB_FND_MSG155 - Fund currency could not be converted to policy currency

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PM0/ALB_FND_MSG -

• Message number: 155

• Message text: Fund currency could not be converted to policy currency

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PM0/ALB_FND_MSG155 - Fund currency could not be converted to policy currency ?

  The SAP error message /PM0/ALB_FND_MSG155 Fund currency could not be converted to policy currency typically occurs in the context of financial transactions, particularly when dealing with funds and policies in SAP's Public Sector Management (PSM) or similar modules. This error indicates that there is an issue with currency conversion between the fund's currency and the policy's currency.
  Causes:
  
  
  Missing Exchange Rate: The most common cause is that there is no exchange rate defined for the currencies involved in the transaction. If the system cannot find a valid exchange rate for the conversion, it will throw this error.
  
  
  Incorrect Currency Configuration: The currencies assigned to the fund and the policy may not be compatible or properly configured in the system.
  
  
  Date Issues: The exchange rate might not be valid for the date of the transaction. Exchange rates can be time-sensitive, and if the date falls outside the range of valid rates, the conversion will fail.
  
  
  Currency Type Mismatch: There may be a mismatch in the currency types (e.g., local currency vs. document currency) that are being used in the transaction.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Exchange Rates:
  
  Go to the transaction code OB08 to check if the exchange rates for the relevant currencies are maintained.
  Ensure that there is a valid exchange rate for the date of the transaction.
  
  
  
  Maintain Exchange Rates:
  
  If the exchange rate is missing, you can add it in the same transaction (OB08). Make sure to enter the correct currencies and the effective date.
  
  
  
  Review Currency Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration of the fund and policy currencies in the relevant customizing settings. Ensure that they are set up correctly and are compatible.
  
  
  
  Validate Transaction Dates:
  
  Ensure that the transaction date falls within the range of valid exchange rates. If necessary, adjust the transaction date or maintain the required exchange rates.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for any specific configurations or settings that may be required for your particular implementation.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, especially if this is a recurring issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OB08 (Maintain Exchange Rates), FB50 (General Ledger Accounting), or any other relevant transaction codes based on your specific SAP module.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to currency conversion issues in your version of SAP, as there may be patches or updates that address known issues.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the error message regarding currency conversion in SAP.