How To Fix SG115 - For exchange rate type &, only rates with to-currency & are relevant

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 115

• Message text: For exchange rate type &, only rates with to-currency & are relevant

What causes this issue?

For exchange rate type &V1& the basis currency is &V2&. Only entries
for which the 'to-currency' is the basis currency are used in exchange
calculations. The 'to-currency' &V3& which you specified is not the
basis currency &V2&.
&BEISPIEL&
The basis currency 'A' is defined for a currency type. The exchange
rates
from-currency = 'B' to-currency = 'A' and
from-currency = 'C' to-currency = 'A'
are used to calculate the exchange rate from currency 'B' to currency
'C'.

System Response

Warning
The System uses directly entered exchange rates for missing exchange
rates with the base currency &V2&.

How to fix this error?

For exchange rate type &V1&, only maintain exchange rates with
'to-currency' &V2&

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

Change or delete the basis currency for exchange rate type &V1&
<DS:TRAN.OB07>Perform function</>

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SG115 - For exchange rate type &, only rates with to-currency & are relevant ?

  The SAP error message SG115 indicates that there is an issue with the exchange rate type being used in a transaction. Specifically, it means that the exchange rate type you are trying to use is only relevant for a specific "to-currency," and the currency you are working with does not match that requirement.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Exchange Rate Type: The exchange rate type you are using is not set up to handle the currency pair involved in your transaction.
  Currency Configuration: The currency configuration in your system may not include the necessary exchange rates for the currency pair you are trying to use.
  Missing Exchange Rates: There may be no exchange rates defined for the currency pair in the specified exchange rate type.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Exchange Rate Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code OB08 (Maintain Exchange Rates).
  Verify that the exchange rate type you are using has the necessary rates defined for the currency pair involved in your transaction.
  
  
  
  Update Exchange Rates:
  
  If the rates are missing, you will need to enter the appropriate exchange rates for the currency pair in question.
  
  
  
  Use Correct Exchange Rate Type:
  
  If the exchange rate type is not appropriate for the currencies involved, consider using a different exchange rate type that includes the required currency pair.
  
  
  
  Review Currency Settings:
  
  Ensure that the currencies involved in the transaction are correctly configured in your SAP system. This includes checking the currency settings in the relevant company codes and controlling areas.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for specific guidance on the exchange rate types and their configurations.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Exchange Rate Types: In SAP, exchange rate types are used to define how currency conversions are handled. Each type can have different rates and can be used for different purposes (e.g., average rates, historical rates).
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OB08 (Maintain Exchange Rates) and OBBS (Exchange Rate Type) for managing exchange rates.
  Currency Configuration: Understanding how currencies are configured in your SAP system is crucial for resolving issues related to currency conversions and exchange rates.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the SG115 error and ensure that your transactions can process the necessary currency conversions correctly.