/BA1/F4_FX130 - Exchange rate type &1 assigned to more than one exchange rate category

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /BA1/F4_FX -

• Message number: 130

• Message text: Exchange rate type &1 assigned to more than one exchange rate category

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /BA1/F4_FX130 - Exchange rate type &1 assigned to more than one exchange rate category ?

  The SAP error message /BA1/F4_FX130 indicates that the specified exchange rate type (&1) is assigned to more than one exchange rate category. This situation typically arises in the context of foreign currency valuation and exchange rate management within SAP.
  Cause:
  The error occurs because the exchange rate type is expected to be unique to a specific exchange rate category. In SAP, exchange rate types are used to define how currency conversions are handled, and each type should be associated with only one category to avoid ambiguity in currency conversion processes.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to check the configuration of the exchange rate types and their assignments to exchange rate categories. Here are the steps to troubleshoot and fix the issue:
  
  
  Access the Exchange Rate Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP transaction code OB08 (Maintain Exchange Rates).
  Alternatively, you can use transaction code OBBS to access the exchange rate type configuration.
  
  
  
  Check Exchange Rate Type Assignments:
  
  Look for the exchange rate type that is causing the error (the one indicated by &1 in the error message).
  Verify which exchange rate categories it is assigned to. You should find that it is assigned to more than one category.
  
  
  
  Modify Assignments:
  
  Decide which exchange rate category the exchange rate type should be associated with. 
  Remove the assignment from the additional categories where it is not needed.
  Ensure that each exchange rate type is only assigned to one exchange rate category.
  
  
  
  Save Changes:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, save your changes.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  After making the changes, perform a test transaction that previously triggered the error to ensure that the issue has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Exchange Rate Types: These are defined in SAP to manage how currency conversions are performed. Common types include spot rates, average rates, etc.
  Exchange Rate Categories: These categorize the exchange rates based on their usage, such as for valuation, payment, or reporting purposes.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  OB08: Maintain Exchange Rates
  OBBS: Maintain Exchange Rate Types
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on configuring exchange rates and types.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or Finance team, as they may have additional insights or access to system logs that can help diagnose the problem further.