How To Fix SPE519 - Item &1: Exchange rate not available.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SPE -

• Message number: 519

• Message text: Item &1: Exchange rate not available.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SPE519 - Item &1: Exchange rate not available. ?

  The SAP error message SPE519 ("Item &1: Exchange rate not available") typically occurs when a transaction involves currency conversion, and the system cannot find a valid exchange rate for the specified currency pair on the date of the transaction. This can happen in various scenarios, such as during the posting of invoices, payments, or when generating reports that require currency conversion.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Exchange Rate: The exchange rate for the currency pair (e.g., USD to EUR) is not maintained in the system for the date of the transaction.
  Incorrect Date: The transaction date may fall outside the range of dates for which exchange rates are maintained.
  Currency Configuration: The currencies involved may not be properly configured in the system.
  Exchange Rate Type: The specific exchange rate type being used may not have rates defined for the required currency pair.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Maintain Exchange Rates:
  
  Go to the transaction code OB08 (Maintain Exchange Rates).
  Check if the exchange rate for the required currency pair exists for the transaction date.
  If not, add the necessary exchange rate.
  
  
  
  Check Date Validity:
  
  Ensure that the transaction date is within the range of dates for which exchange rates are maintained.
  If the date is incorrect, adjust the transaction date accordingly.
  
  
  
  Verify Currency Configuration:
  
  Ensure that both currencies involved in the transaction are correctly configured in the system.
  Check if the currencies are active and available for transactions.
  
  
  
  Review Exchange Rate Type:
  
  Confirm that the correct exchange rate type is being used in the transaction.
  If necessary, switch to a different exchange rate type that has the required rates maintained.
  
  
  
  Consult with Finance Team:
  
  If you are unsure about the exchange rates or configurations, consult with your finance or accounting team to ensure that the correct rates are being used.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  OB08: Maintain Exchange Rates
  OBBS: Display Exchange Rates
  OB07: Define Exchange Rate Types
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on currency management and exchange rate maintenance.
  
  
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to maintain exchange rates in the system.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the SPE519 error and ensure that the necessary exchange rates are available for your transactions.