How To Fix V1208 - Condition &1: Error in converting exchange rate from &2 to &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: V1 - Verkaufsbelegbearbeitung

• Message number: 208

• Message text: Condition &1: Error in converting exchange rate from &2 to &3

What causes this issue?

An error has occurred during currency conversion.
The following causes are possible:
There is no valid <GL:exchange_rate>exchange rate</>
The calculation procedure was incorrect

How to fix this error?

Check whether there is a valid exchange rate from &V2& to &V3& in
Customizing, in the chapter "Define conversion factors for currency
conversion", and supplement it as necessary.
INCLUDE 'NA_SYSAD3' OBJECT DOKU ID TX LANGUAGE E

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message V1208 - Condition &1: Error in converting exchange rate from &2 to &3 ?

  The SAP error message V1208, which states "Condition &1: Error in converting exchange rate from &2 to &3," typically occurs in the context of pricing and conditions in sales documents, such as sales orders or billing documents. This error indicates that there is an issue with the conversion of currency exchange rates for a specific condition type.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Exchange Rate: The exchange rate for the specified currency pair (from &2 to &3) may not be maintained in the system.
  Invalid Exchange Rate Type: The exchange rate type being used may not be valid or may not have been defined for the relevant currencies.
  Date Issues: The exchange rate may not be valid for the date of the transaction. Exchange rates are often maintained with specific validity periods.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the pricing procedure or condition records that are causing the error.
  Currency Settings: The currencies involved may not be properly set up in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Exchange Rates:
  
  Go to transaction code OB08 to check if the exchange rate for the specified currency pair is maintained.
  Ensure that the exchange rate type used in the pricing procedure is correctly defined and has valid rates for the required date.
  
  
  
  Verify Condition Records:
  
  Check the condition records for the relevant condition type to ensure they are correctly maintained and that the currencies are set up properly.
  
  
  
  Review Pricing Procedure:
  
  Ensure that the pricing procedure being used is correctly configured to handle the currency conversion. You can check this in transaction code V/08.
  
  
  
  Check Validity Dates:
  
  Ensure that the date of the transaction falls within the validity period of the exchange rates maintained.
  
  
  
  Currency Configuration:
  
  Verify that the currencies involved are properly configured in the system. You can check this in transaction code OB22.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If the issue persists, consult SAP documentation or reach out to your SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  OB08: Maintain Exchange Rates
  V/08: Maintain Pricing Procedures
  OB22: Define Currency Types
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues related to currency conversion and exchange rates.
  
  
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to view and maintain exchange rates and condition records.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the V1208 error message in SAP.