How To Fix RTC_CT_01140 - Currency translation runtime parameter initialization failed

RTC_CT_01140 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RTC_CT_01 - Real consolidation - currency translation

• Message number: 140

• Message text: Currency translation runtime parameter initialization failed

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RTC_CT_01140 - Details

• The SAP error message RTC_CT_01140, which indicates that "Currency translation runtime parameter initialization failed," typically arises during the currency translation process in SAP systems, particularly in the context of Financial Accounting (FI) or Controlling (CO) modules. This error can occur for various reasons, including configuration issues, missing data, or incorrect settings.
  Causes:
  
  
  Missing or Incorrect Configuration: The currency translation settings in the system may not be properly configured. This includes missing translation types, incorrect currency settings, or issues with the currency translation rules.
  
  
  Data Issues: There may be missing or inconsistent data in the master data or transaction data that is required for the currency translation process.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the currency translation may not have the necessary authorizations to access the required data or execute the transaction.
  
  
  Technical Issues: There could be underlying technical issues, such as problems with the database or application server, that prevent the proper execution of the currency