How To Fix SCURMAINT011 - You are changing an existing exchange rate

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SCURMAINT - Messages for New Exchange Rate Maintenance

• Message number: 011

• Message text: You are changing an existing exchange rate

What causes this issue?

An exchange rate already exists for a date that is more recent than the
date you have entered.
By doing this, you change the exchange rate retroactively.

System Response

You receive a warning.

How to fix this error?

You should enter exchange rates chronologically.
It is possible that the exchange rate that was previously valid has
already been posted in a document.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SCURMAINT011 - You are changing an existing exchange rate ?

  The SAP error message SCURMAINT011 typically occurs when you attempt to change an existing exchange rate in the system. This error is related to the maintenance of exchange rates in the SAP system, particularly in the context of foreign currency transactions.
  
  Cause:
  The error message SCURMAINT011 indicates that you are trying to modify an exchange rate that is already defined in the system. This can happen for several reasons:
  
  Existing Exchange Rate: The exchange rate you are trying to change is already in use for transactions or is locked for editing.
  Date Validity: The exchange rate you are trying to modify may have a validity period that overlaps with existing rates, which can lead to conflicts.
  Authorization Issues: You may not have the necessary permissions to change the exchange rate.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the SCURMAINT011 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Rates: Verify if the exchange rate you are trying to change is already defined