How To Fix SG111 - Maintain translation ratios for & / & (exchange rate type &)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SG - Global Pool for Cross-Application Developments

• Message number: 111

• Message text: Maintain translation ratios for & / & (exchange rate type &)

What causes this issue?

No translation ratios are maintained for the currency pair or there is
no valid entry for &V4&.

System Response

Error message when trying to create entries for the currency pair.
Warning for entries which already exist.

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

First maintain the translation ratios for the currency pair and the
exchange rates which you specified.

You can access this function in the <LS>Manage Solution</> app under
<LS>Configure Solution</>.

You can also access this function in the Implementation Guide under <LS>
Global settings -> Currencies -> Conversion factors</>.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SG111 - Maintain translation ratios for & / & (exchange rate type &) ?

  The SAP error message SG111, which states "Maintain translation ratios for & / & (exchange rate type &)," typically occurs in the context of currency translation in SAP. This error indicates that there is a missing or incorrect configuration for the translation ratios between different currencies for a specific exchange rate type.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Translation Ratios: The translation ratios for the specified currencies and exchange rate type have not been maintained in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The existing translation ratios may be incorrect or not applicable for the currencies involved.
  Exchange Rate Type Not Defined: The exchange rate type specified in the error message may not be defined or may not have the necessary settings.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the SG111 error, you need to maintain the translation ratios for the specified currencies and exchange rate type. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the Transaction:
  
  Go to transaction code OB08 (Maintain Exchange Rates) or OB22 (Maintain Translation Ratios).
  
  
  
  Maintain Translation Ratios:
  
  In the transaction, you will need to enter the relevant exchange rate type and the currencies involved.
  Define the translation ratios between the currencies. This typically involves specifying how many units of one currency are equivalent to another currency.
  
  
  
  Check Exchange Rate Type:
  
  Ensure that the exchange rate type you are using is correctly defined and has the necessary settings. You can check this in transaction OB07 (Define Exchange Rate Types).
  
  
  
  Save Changes: After entering the necessary translation ratios, save your changes.
  
  
  Test the Configuration: After maintaining the translation ratios, test the functionality that was causing the error to ensure that the issue has been resolved.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Exchange Rate Types: Exchange rate types are used in SAP to define how currency conversions are handled. Different types can be used for different purposes (e.g., average rates, historical rates).
  Currency Translation: This is a process in SAP that allows for the conversion of financial data from one currency to another, often used in financial reporting and consolidation.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more detailed information on maintaining exchange rates and translation ratios.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP Basis or Finance team for further investigation, as there may be additional configuration or data issues that need to be addressed.