How To Fix TE705 - Currency translation from & to & not possible

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TE - Market Risk Management

• Message number: 705

• Message text: Currency translation from & to & not possible

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TE705 - Currency translation from & to & not possible ?

  The SAP error message TE705, which states "Currency translation from & to & not possible," typically occurs during currency conversion processes in SAP, such as when executing reports or transactions that involve multiple currencies. This error indicates that the system is unable to perform the currency translation due to various reasons.
  Causes of TE705 Error
  
  
  Missing Exchange Rate: The most common cause is that there is no exchange rate defined for the currency pair in the specified time frame. SAP requires exchange rates to perform currency conversions.
  
  
  Incorrect Currency Configuration: The currencies involved may not be properly configured in the system, or the currency pair may not be valid.
  
  
  Date Issues: The exchange rate may not be valid for the date of the transaction or report. Exchange rates are often time-sensitive, and if the date falls outside the range of defined rates, the conversion will fail.
  
  
  Currency Type Issues: The error may also occur if the currency types (e.g., transaction currency, local currency) are not set up correctly.
  
  
  Missing or Incorrect Settings in Customizing: There may be issues in the customizing settings related to currency translation in the SAP system.
  
  
  Solutions to TE705 Error
  
  
  Check Exchange Rates:
  
  Go to the transaction code OB08 to check if the exchange rates for the relevant currency pair are maintained.
  Ensure that the exchange rate is defined for the specific date or period you are trying to process.
  
  
  
  Maintain Exchange Rates:
  
  If the exchange rate is missing, you can add it in the same transaction (OB08) by entering the required currencies and the corresponding exchange rate.
  
  
  
  Verify Currency Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration of the currencies involved in the transaction. Ensure that both currencies are active and correctly set up in the system.
  
  
  
  Check Date Validity:
  
  Ensure that the date of the transaction or report falls within the range of the defined exchange rates.
  
  
  
  Review Customizing Settings:
  
  If you have custom settings for currency translation, review them to ensure they are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on currency translation issues.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  OB08: Maintain exchange rates.
  OBBS: Display exchange rates.
  
  
  
  Currency Types: Understand the different currency types in SAP (e.g., transaction currency, local currency, group currency) and how they affect currency translation.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to currency translation errors.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the TE705 error in your SAP system.