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How To Fix TE205 - Historical currency pair &/& is not available on &


SAP Error Message - Details

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: TE - Market Risk Management

  • Message number: 205

  • Message text: Historical currency pair &/& is not available on &

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TE205 - Historical currency pair &/& is not available on & ?

    The SAP error message TE205 indicates that a historical currency pair is not available for the specified date. This error typically arises in scenarios involving currency conversion or reporting where historical exchange rates are required.

    Cause:

    1. Missing Exchange Rate Data: The historical exchange rate for the specified currency pair and date is not maintained in the system.
    2. Incorrect Date: The date for which the exchange rate is being queried may not be valid or may not have been set up in the system.
    3. Currency Pair Not Defined: The currency pair being referenced may not be defined in the system.

    Solution:

    1. Check Exchange Rate Maintenance:

      • Go to the transaction code OB08 (or the relevant transaction for maintaining exchange rates).
      • Verify if the exchange rate for the specific currency pair and date exists. If it does not, you will need to enter the appropriate exchange rate.
    2. Enter Historical Exchange Rates:

      • If the exchange rate is missing, you can add it by entering the currency pair, the date, and the exchange rate.
      • Ensure that you are entering the rates for the correct time period.
    3. Verify Currency Pair:

      • Ensure that the currency pair you are trying to use is correctly defined in the system. You can check this in the same transaction (OB08) or through the relevant configuration settings.
    4. Check Date Validity:

      • Make sure that the date you are using is within the range of dates for which exchange rates are maintained. If you are querying a date that is too far in the past or future, you may need to adjust your query.
    5. Consult Documentation:

      • If you are unsure about how to maintain exchange rates or if you encounter further issues, consult the SAP documentation or reach out to your SAP support team for assistance.

    Related Information:

    • Transaction Codes:
      • OB08: Maintain Exchange Rates
      • OBBS: Display Exchange Rates
    • Configuration: Ensure that the currency settings in your SAP system are correctly configured to allow for historical currency conversions.
    • SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to currency conversion or historical rates.

    By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the TE205 error and ensure that the necessary historical currency data is available for your reporting or processing needs.

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