How To Fix R$060 - Conversion from currency &1 to currency &2 not possible

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: R$ -

• Message number: 060

• Message text: Conversion from currency &1 to currency &2 not possible

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message R$060 - Conversion from currency &1 to currency &2 not possible ?

  The SAP error message R$060, which states "Conversion from currency &1 to currency &2 not possible," typically occurs when there is an issue with currency conversion in the SAP system. This error can arise in various scenarios, such as during the posting of financial documents, reporting, or when executing transactions that involve multiple currencies.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Exchange Rate: The most common cause is that there is no exchange rate defined for the currency pair (from currency &1 to currency &2) in the system.
  Inactive Exchange Rate: The exchange rate may exist but is inactive or not valid for the date of the transaction.
  Currency Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of currencies in the system, such as missing currency types or incorrect settings.
  Date Issues: The exchange rate may not be valid for the date of the transaction, especially if the rate is time-dependent.
  Currency Type Mismatch: The currencies involved may not be compatible due to the type of currency (e.g., local currency vs. hard currency).
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Exchange Rates:
  
  Go to the transaction code OB08 to check if the exchange rate between the two currencies is defined.
  If it is missing, you can enter the required exchange rate for the relevant date.
  
  
  
  Activate Exchange Rate:
  
  If the exchange rate exists but is inactive, ensure that it is activated and valid for the transaction date.
  
  
  
  Review Currency Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings for currencies in the system. Ensure that all necessary currencies are properly configured and that there are no discrepancies.
  
  
  
  Verify Transaction Date:
  
  Ensure that the transaction date falls within the validity period of the exchange rate. If necessary, update the exchange rate for the required date.
  
  
  
  Check Currency Types:
  
  Ensure that the currencies being used are compatible and that you are using the correct currency types in your transactions.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If the issue persists, consult SAP documentation or reach out to your SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  OB08: Maintain exchange rates.
  OB22: Define currency types.
  FB50: General ledger document entry (to test if the error occurs during posting).
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to currency conversion errors.
  
  
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and maintain exchange rates in the system.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the R$060 error in SAP.