How To Fix WC137 - Exchange rate translation factors not properly maintained for store &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WC - POS interface - outbound and Tickets & Additionals

• Message number: 137

• Message text: Exchange rate translation factors not properly maintained for store &

What causes this issue?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

No exchange rates for store &V1& could be prepared for downloading.

How to fix this error?

Maintain the conversion factors for the exchange rates.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WC137 - Exchange rate translation factors not properly maintained for store & ?

  The SAP error message WC137, which states "Exchange rate translation factors not properly maintained for store &," typically occurs in the context of currency translation in SAP, particularly when dealing with financial transactions that involve multiple currencies. This error indicates that the system cannot find the necessary exchange rate translation factors for the specified store or entity.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Exchange Rate Data: The exchange rate translation factors for the specified store or entity have not been maintained in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for currency translation may not be set up correctly, leading to the inability to retrieve the necessary exchange rates.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies or errors in the master data related to the store or the currency settings.
  Period Not Open: The financial period for which the exchange rate is being requested may not be open or available for posting.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Maintain Exchange Rate Translation Factors:
  
  Go to the transaction code OB08 (Maintain Exchange Rates) in SAP.
  Ensure that the exchange rates for the relevant currencies are maintained for the required periods.
  Check if the translation factors for the specific store are correctly set up.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings for currency translation in the relevant modules (e.g., Financial Accounting, Controlling).
  Ensure that the settings for the store or entity are correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the master data for the store to ensure that all necessary currency-related information is correctly maintained.
  Verify that the store is assigned to the correct company code and currency settings.
  
  
  
  Open Financial Period:
  
  Ensure that the financial period for which you are trying to perform the transaction is open. You can check this in the transaction code OB52 (Open and Close Posting Periods).
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on maintaining exchange rates and handling currency translation issues.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  OB08: Maintain Exchange Rates
  OB52: Open and Close Posting Periods
  
  
  SAP Modules: Financial Accounting (FI), Controlling (CO)
  Currency Types: Ensure that you are aware of the different currency types (e.g., local currency, group currency, transaction currency) and how they relate to your store's financial data.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the WC137 error and ensure that exchange rate translation factors are properly maintained for the specified store.