How To Fix RSCUR039 - Currency translation type &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSCUR - Texts for Quantities and Currencies

• Message number: 039

• Message text: Currency translation type &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSCUR039 - Currency translation type &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message RSCUR039 indicates that a specified currency translation type does not exist in the system. This error typically arises when you are trying to perform currency translation in a reporting or planning context, and the system cannot find the translation type you are referencing.
  Cause:
  
  Non-existent Translation Type: The currency translation type you are trying to use has not been defined in the system.
  Typographical Error: There may be a typo in the currency translation type you are referencing.
  Missing Configuration: The necessary configuration for currency translation types may not have been completed in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the currency translation types.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP transaction code OB08 (for maintaining exchange rates) or OBBS (for maintaining currency translation types).
  Verify if the currency translation type you are trying to use is defined. If it is not, you will need to create it.
  
  
  
  Create/Modify Currency Translation Type:
  
  If the translation type does not exist, you can create it by navigating to the appropriate configuration area in the SAP system.
  Ensure that all necessary parameters for the translation type are correctly set.
  
  
  
  Verify Input:
  
  Double-check the input for the currency translation type in your report or planning function to ensure there are no typographical errors.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user executing the transaction has the necessary authorizations to access the currency translation types.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed instructions on how to set up and manage currency translation types.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  OB08: Maintain exchange rates.
  OBBS: Maintain currency translation types.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to currency translation types.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user roles and authorizations are correctly set up in the system to avoid access issues.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for further investigation.