How To Fix RSAU473 - IC=& IS=& unknown currency translation type: &

RSAU473 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSAU - Update rules

• Message number: 473

• Message text: IC=& IS=& unknown currency translation type: &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSAU473 - IC=& IS=& unknown currency translation type: & ?

  The SAP error message RSAU473 indicates that there is an issue with currency translation in the context of SAP's data extraction or reporting processes. Specifically, the message states that an unknown currency translation type has been encountered, which can occur in various scenarios, such as during data extraction from SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or when working with financial data.
  
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The currency translation type may not be defined correctly in the system. This could be due to missing or incorrect settings in the currency translation configuration.
  
  
  Missing Master Data: The required master data for currency translation (such as currency types or translation types) may not be available or properly maintained.
  
  
  Data Source Issues: The data source from which the data is being extracted may not have the necessary currency translation settings configured.
  
  
  Version Mismatch: If there are discrepancies between the versions of the data source