How To Fix SCAL_CONV001 - Table SCALT_CONV does not contain suitable conversion date

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SCAL_CONV - Message Class for Calendar Conversion

• Message number: 001

• Message text: Table SCALT_CONV does not contain suitable conversion date

What causes this issue?

For the date conversion, the system was unable to find a relevant
entry for the following date in the conversion table:
SCALT_CONV.
Day: &SYST-MSGV1&
Month: &SYST-MSGV2&
Year: &SYST-MSGV3&
Calendar Type:&SYST-MSGV4&

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Check the conversion date and the validity period of the
conversion table SCALT_CONV. The calendar type is probably maintained
for later dates or even not maintained at all.
(Use transaction SM30 for table maintenance.)

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SCAL_CONV001 - Table SCALT_CONV does not contain suitable conversion date ?

  The SAP error message SCAL_CONV001 indicates that the system is unable to find a suitable conversion date in the table SCALT_CONV for the specified conversion. This typically occurs in scenarios involving currency conversion, unit of measure conversion, or similar data transformations where a specific conversion date is required.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Conversion Data: The table SCALT_CONV does not have an entry for the required conversion date. This can happen if the conversion data has not been maintained for the specific date you are trying to use.
  Incorrect Date Format: The date being used may not be in the correct format or may not match the expected format in the SCALT_CONV table.
  Data Deletion: The conversion data might have been deleted or not yet created for the required period.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the conversion settings in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check SCALT_CONV Table: Use transaction SE16 or SE11 to view the contents of the SCALT_CONV table. Look for entries that match the required conversion date.
  Maintain Conversion Data: If there are no suitable entries, you will need to maintain the conversion data. This can typically be done through the relevant configuration transaction (e.g., OB08 for currency conversion).
  Verify Date Format: Ensure that the date you are using is in the correct format and matches the entries in the SCALT_CONV table.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on maintaining conversion data and understanding the specific requirements for your scenario.
  Check for Custom Code: If there is any custom code or enhancements that interact with the conversion process, review that code to ensure it is functioning correctly.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  OB08: For maintaining currency exchange rates.
  SE16/SE11: For viewing table contents.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help Portal for detailed documentation on currency conversion and related configuration settings.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the SCAL_CONV001 error and implement a solution to resolve it.