How To Fix T0605 - Cross rate &1/&2 for rate type &3 or &4 is too great or too small

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: T0 - General Treasury

• Message number: 605

• Message text: Cross rate &1/&2 for rate type &3 or &4 is too great or too small

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message T0605 - Cross rate &1/&2 for rate type &3 or &4 is too great or too small ?

  The SAP error message T0605 indicates that there is an issue with the cross exchange rate between two currencies in the context of a specific rate type. This error typically arises when the calculated cross rate between two currencies is either too high or too low compared to the expected range defined in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Exchange Rates: The primary cause of this error is that the exchange rates for the currencies involved are not set correctly in the system. This could be due to manual entry errors or outdated rates.
  Missing Exchange Rates: If the exchange rates for the currencies are not maintained in the system, the system cannot calculate the cross rate.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the rate types or the currency settings in the SAP system.
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect data entry in transactions that involve currency conversion can also lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Exchange Rates:
  
  Go to the transaction code OB08 (Maintain Exchange Rates) and verify that the exchange rates for the currencies involved are correctly maintained.
  Ensure that the rates are up-to-date and reflect the current market conditions.
  
  
  
  Review Rate Types:
  
  Check the configuration of the rate types in the system. You can do this using transaction code OB07 (Define Exchange Rate Types).
  Ensure that the rate types used in your transactions are correctly defined and that the necessary settings are in place.
  
  
  
  Validate Currency Settings:
  
  Ensure that the currencies involved are correctly defined in the system. You can check this in transaction code OB22 (Define Currency Types).
  Make sure that the currencies are active and available for transactions.
  
  
  
  Check for Missing Rates:
  
  If the error occurs due to missing rates, you may need to enter the missing exchange rates for the relevant currencies.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for any specific notes related to the error message T0605, as there may be additional context or updates provided by SAP.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  OB08: Maintain Exchange Rates
  OB07: Define Exchange Rate Types
  OB22: Define Currency Types
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to exchange rates and currency settings.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the T0605 error and ensure that your currency exchange rates are correctly configured in SAP.