How To Fix VAL120 - Security valuation procedures have different exchange rate types

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VAL - Treasury: Messages for General Valuation

• Message number: 120

• Message text: Security valuation procedures have different exchange rate types

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VAL120 - Security valuation procedures have different exchange rate types ?

  The SAP error message VAL120 indicates that there is a mismatch in the exchange rate types used in different security valuation procedures. This typically occurs when you are trying to perform a valuation of securities, and the system finds that the exchange rate types defined for the securities do not match.
  Cause:
  
  Different Exchange Rate Types: The securities being valued may have been assigned different exchange rate types in their respective valuation procedures. For example, one security might be using "M" (average rate) while another might be using "B" (bank buying rate).
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings in the system for the valuation procedures may not be aligned, leading to inconsistencies in how exchange rates are applied.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be manual errors in the data entry of exchange rates or in the assignment of exchange rate types to securities.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Valuation Procedures: Review the valuation procedures assigned to the securities in question. Ensure that they are using the same exchange rate type.
  
  Navigate to the transaction code OAVC (for valuation procedures) and check the settings.
  
  
  Standardize Exchange Rate Types: If you find discrepancies, standardize the exchange rate types across the securities involved in the valuation. This may involve changing the exchange rate type for one or more securities to ensure consistency.
  Adjust Configuration: If the issue is due to configuration, you may need to adjust the settings in the configuration for the valuation procedures. This can be done through the transaction code SPRO and navigating to the relevant sections for financial accounting and securities.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on how to manage exchange rate types in security valuations.
  Test Changes: After making changes, perform a test valuation to ensure that the error is resolved and that the securities are being valued correctly.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OAVC (Valuation Procedures), SPRO (SAP Reference IMG), and SE11 (Data Dictionary) for checking table definitions.
  Exchange Rate Types: Understand the different exchange rate types available in SAP and their implications for financial reporting and valuation.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on handling exchange rate types in security valuations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the VAL120 error and ensure that your security valuations are processed correctly.