How To Fix UO081 - EMU exchange rate must be entered with six significant figures

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UO - Maintain Currency Tables TCUR* for Euro Introduction

• Message number: 081

• Message text: EMU exchange rate must be entered with six significant figures

What causes this issue?

You specified an exchange rate smaller than 1, meaning you have entered
an exchange rate with fewer than six significant figures.

System Response

Exchange rates are entered with no more than four figures before the
decimal point and no more than five figures after it. For EMU exchange
rates, it is a legal requirement that six figures be used, meaning that
the exchange rates must be maintained with at least one figure before
the decimal point.

How to fix this error?

Move the decimal place in the exchange rate by one or more places to
the right, and increase the To-ratio accordingly.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UO081 - EMU exchange rate must be entered with six significant figures ?

  The SAP error message UO081, which states "EMU exchange rate must be entered with six significant figures," typically occurs when you are trying to enter an exchange rate in a transaction that requires a specific format. This error is related to the handling of exchange rates in the context of the European Monetary Union (EMU) and the Euro.
  Cause:
  The error arises when the exchange rate you are trying to enter does not conform to the required format of six significant figures. This means that the exchange rate must be entered with a total of six digits, which can include both the whole number and decimal places. For example, valid entries could be 1.23456, 0.987654, or 123.456, but 1.2345 (five significant figures) or 1234567 (seven significant figures) would trigger this error.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should ensure that the exchange rate you are entering has exactly six significant figures. Here are the steps you can take:
  
  
  Check the Exchange Rate: Verify the exchange rate you are trying to enter. Make sure it is accurate and formatted correctly.
  
  
  Adjust the Format: If the exchange rate has fewer than six significant figures, you can add zeros to the right of the decimal point or adjust the number accordingly. For example:
  
  If the rate is 1.2345, you can change it to 1.23450 to meet the six significant figures requirement.
  If the rate is 0.987, you can change it to 0.987000.
  
  
  
  Re-enter the Rate: After adjusting the exchange rate, re-enter it in the appropriate field and try to save or process the transaction again.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the correct exchange rate or how to format it, consult your organization's financial documentation or SAP guidelines.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Exchange Rate Types: In SAP, different exchange rate types can be defined (e.g., spot rates, average rates). Ensure you are using the correct type for your transaction.
  Currency Configuration: Check the configuration settings for currencies in your SAP system. This includes the settings for how exchange rates are maintained and validated.
  SAP Notes: If you continue to experience issues, consider searching for SAP Notes related to exchange rates and currency handling, as there may be specific patches or updates that address similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the UO081 error and successfully enter the required exchange rate in SAP.