How To Fix RSO_RES_CONVMSGS006 - Currency translation type &1 changed.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSO_RES_CONVMSGS - Messages directly related to the conversion types

• Message number: 006

• Message text: Currency translation type &1 changed.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSO_RES_CONVMSGS006 - Currency translation type &1 changed. ?

  The SAP error message RSO_RES_CONVMSGS006 indicates that the currency translation type has been changed in the system. This typically occurs in the context of reporting or data extraction processes where currency conversion is involved, such as in SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BI (Business Intelligence).
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when:
  
  The currency translation type used in a query or report has been modified after the data was initially loaded or processed.
  There may be inconsistencies between the data model and the current configuration of currency translation settings.
  The change could be due to updates in the configuration settings, such as changes in the currency conversion rules or the addition of new currencies.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Currency Translation Settings:
  
  Go to the relevant transaction (e.g., OB08 for maintaining exchange rates) and verify the currency translation type settings.
  Ensure that the translation type used in your reports or queries is still valid and correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Update Queries/Reports:
  
  If the currency translation type has changed, you may need to update the queries or reports that rely on this translation type.
  Rebuild or refresh the queries to ensure they are aligned with the current settings.
  
  
  
  Reprocess Data:
  
  If the data was loaded before the change, you may need to reprocess or reload the data to reflect the new currency translation settings.
  This can involve running data loads again or refreshing the data in the InfoProvider.
  
  
  
  Check for Dependencies:
  
  Investigate if there are any dependencies or linked objects that might be affected by the change in currency translation type.
  Ensure that all related objects are updated accordingly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to currency translation types for any specific guidance or known issues.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, especially if this is a production environment.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Currency Translation Types: These are defined in the system to determine how currency conversions are handled, including the rules for converting from one currency to another.
  SAP BW/BI: Understanding the data flow and how currency translations are applied in reporting can help in troubleshooting similar issues.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as RSRT (for running queries) and RSA1 (for data modeling) to assist in your troubleshooting efforts.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.