How To Fix RS2HANA_VIEW072 - External SAP HANA view: Exchange rate type is initial

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RS2HANA_VIEW - HANA Views for BW Objects

• Message number: 072

• Message text: External SAP HANA view: Exchange rate type is initial

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RS2HANA_VIEW072 - External SAP HANA view: Exchange rate type is initial ?

  The SAP error message RS2HANA_VIEW072 indicates that there is an issue with the external SAP HANA view related to the exchange rate type being initial (i.e., not set or empty). This error typically arises when the system is trying to access or process data that requires a specific exchange rate type, but none has been provided.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Exchange Rate Type: The most common cause of this error is that the exchange rate type has not been defined or is not being passed correctly in the context of the HANA view.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the system where the exchange rate types are not properly set up in the relevant tables.
  Data Issues: The data being processed may not have the necessary exchange rate type defined, leading to the error when the system attempts to access it.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Exchange Rate Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code OB08 in SAP to check the exchange rate types defined in the system.
  Ensure that the required exchange rate types are configured correctly and are active.
  
  
  
  Set Default Exchange Rate Type:
  
  If the exchange rate type is not being passed in the context of the HANA view, you may need to set a default exchange rate type in the relevant settings or parameters.
  
  
  
  Review Data Sources:
  
  Check the data sources being used in the HANA view to ensure that they are providing the necessary exchange rate type.
  If you are using custom logic or calculations, ensure that the exchange rate type is being included in the logic.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If you have access to the development environment, you can debug the HANA view to see where the exchange rate type is being set or passed. This can help identify if there are any missing parameters or incorrect logic.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific HANA view you are working with. There may be specific requirements or configurations needed for that view.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may have additional insights or patches available for your specific version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Exchange Rate Types: In SAP, exchange rate types are used to define how currency conversions are handled. Common exchange rate types include M (average rate), B (bank buying rate), and G (bank selling rate).
  HANA Views: HANA views are used to model data in SAP HANA and can be used for reporting and analytics. They can be based on various data sources, including tables and other views.
  SAP Notes: Always check for relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on handling specific error messages.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RS2HANA_VIEW072 error related to the exchange rate type being initial.