How To Fix PRC_CNV129 - The exchange rate &1 / &2 is not available

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PRC_CNV - Messages for Conversion Engine

• Message number: 129

• Message text: The exchange rate &1 / &2 is not available

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PRC_CNV129 - The exchange rate &1 / &2 is not available ?

  The SAP error message PRC_CNV129 indicates that the system is unable to find a valid exchange rate for the specified currency pair. This typically occurs during processes that involve currency conversion, such as during the posting of financial transactions or when running reports that require currency conversion.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Exchange Rate: The primary cause of this error is that there is no exchange rate defined in the system for the specified currencies (e.g., from currency &1 to currency &2).
  Date Issues: The exchange rate may not be available for the specific date of the transaction. Exchange rates are often defined for specific periods, and if the date falls outside of this range, the system will not find a valid rate.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the currency settings in the SAP system, such as incorrect settings in the currency types or exchange rate types.
  Data Entry Errors: There could be a typo or incorrect currency code entered in the transaction.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Exchange Rates: 
  
  Go to the transaction code OB08 (Maintain Exchange Rates) to check if the exchange rate for the specified currency pair exists.
  If it does not exist, you will need to enter the appropriate exchange rate for the required date.
  
  
  
  Verify Date: 
  
  Ensure that the date of the transaction falls within the range for which the exchange rate is defined. If necessary, update the exchange rate for the required date.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration: 
  
  Check the configuration settings for currency types and exchange rate types in the system. Ensure that they are set up correctly.
  
  
  
  Data Entry: 
  
  Double-check the currency codes used in the transaction to ensure they are correct and valid.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  If you are unsure about how to maintain exchange rates or the configuration settings, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP administrator.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  OB08: Maintain Exchange Rates
  OBBS: Display Exchange Rates
  OB07: Define Exchange Rate Types
  
  
  
  Currency Types: 
  
  SAP uses different currency types (e.g., transaction currency, local currency, and hard currency) which can affect how exchange rates are applied.
  
  
  
  Exchange Rate Types: 
  
  Different exchange rate types can be defined (e.g., average rate, spot rate) and may need to be configured based on business requirements.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: 
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or bugs related to exchange rates.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the PRC_CNV129 error and ensure that the necessary exchange rates are available for your transactions.