How To Fix SG150 - Exchange rate "&" invalid; enter non-negative rate in format "9999.99999"

SG150 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 150

• Message text: Exchange rate "&" invalid; enter non-negative rate in format "9999.99999"

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SG150 - Exchange rate "&" invalid; enter non-negative rate in format "9999.99999" ?

  The SAP error message SG150 indicates that there is an issue with the exchange rate being entered in the system. Specifically, the error states that the exchange rate provided is invalid and that it must be a non-negative value formatted as "9999.99999". Here’s a breakdown of the cause, solution, and related information for this error:
  
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Format: The exchange rate entered does not conform to the expected format. It should be a numeric value with up to five decimal places.
  Negative Value: The exchange rate entered is negative, which is not allowed.
  Missing Value: The exchange rate field may be empty or not filled in correctly.
  Data Type Mismatch: The system may be expecting a different data type or format than what is being provided.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Value: Ensure that the exchange rate you are entering is a valid non-negative number. It should be in the format of up to five decimal places (e.g., 1.23456).
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