How To Fix VKKS021 - Conversion to transaction currency not successful

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VKKS - IS-IS-CD Office Messages

• Message number: 021

• Message text: Conversion to transaction currency not successful

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VKKS021 - Conversion to transaction currency not successful ?

  The SAP error message VKKS021, "Conversion to transaction currency not successful," typically occurs in the context of pricing and currency conversion in SAP, particularly when dealing with sales documents, pricing conditions, or financial transactions. This error indicates that the system was unable to convert a value from one currency to another, which is essential for processing transactions correctly.
  Causes of VKKS021
  
  
  Missing Exchange Rate: The most common cause is that there is no exchange rate defined for the currency pair involved in the transaction. If the system cannot find a valid exchange rate for the currencies being used, it cannot perform the conversion.
  
  
  Invalid Currency Configuration: The currencies involved may not be properly configured in the system. This could include issues with currency types or settings in the financial configuration.
  
  
  Date Issues: The exchange rate may not be valid for the date of the transaction. If the exchange rate is not maintained for the specific date or period, the conversion will fail.
  
  
  Currency Type Mismatch: There may be a mismatch between the currency types (e.g., local currency, transaction currency, etc.) used in the transaction and those defined in the system.
  
  
  Custom Code or Enhancements: If there are custom developments or enhancements in the pricing logic, they may interfere with the standard currency conversion process.
  
  
  Solutions to VKKS021
  
  
  Check Exchange Rates:
  
  Go to the transaction code OB08 to check and maintain exchange rates. Ensure that the exchange rate for the relevant currency pair is defined and valid for the transaction date.
  
  
  
  Verify Currency Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration of the currencies involved in the transaction. Ensure that they are correctly set up in the system.
  
  
  
  Review Transaction Date:
  
  Ensure that the transaction date falls within the range of valid exchange rates. If necessary, update the exchange rates for the required period.
  
  
  
  Check Currency Types:
  
  Verify that the currency types used in the transaction match those defined in the system. This includes checking the settings in the pricing procedure.
  
  
  
  Debug Custom Code:
  
  If there are any custom enhancements or user exits that affect pricing or currency conversion, review the code to ensure it is functioning correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. SAP frequently releases updates and patches that may resolve known issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  OB08: Maintain exchange rates.
  VK11/VK12: Maintain pricing conditions.
  VK31/VK32: Maintain condition records for pricing.
  
  
  
  Documentation: 
  
  Review SAP documentation related to currency conversion and pricing procedures for more detailed information on how the system handles currency conversions.
  
  
  
  Support: 
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the VKKS021 error in your SAP system.