F5216 - Calculated rate & deviates from document header rate & by & %

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: F5 - Document Editing

• Message number: 216

• Message text: Calculated rate & deviates from document header rate & by & %

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message F5216 - Calculated rate & deviates from document header rate & by & % ?

  The SAP error message F5216 indicates that there is a discrepancy between the calculated exchange rate for a document and the exchange rate specified in the document header. This error typically arises during the processing of financial documents, such as invoices or payments, where currency conversion is involved.
  Cause:
  
  Exchange Rate Differences: The calculated exchange rate for the transaction (based on the currency conversion settings or the rates maintained in the system) does not match the exchange rate defined in the document header.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of exchange rates in the system, such as missing or incorrect rates.
  Currency Type: The error can also occur if the currency type (e.g., spot rate, average rate) used in the document does not align with the expected type for the transaction.
  Rounding Differences: Rounding differences in currency conversion can also lead to this error if the calculated amount deviates significantly from the expected amount.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Exchange Rates: Verify the exchange rates maintained in the system. You can do this by navigating to the transaction code OB08 (Maintain Exchange Rates) and ensuring that the rates are correctly defined for the relevant currencies and date.
  Review Document Header: Check the document header to ensure that the exchange rate specified there is correct and matches the expected rate for the transaction.
  Adjust Document: If the document header rate is incorrect, you may need to adjust it to match the calculated rate or vice versa, depending on the business requirements.
  Currency Type Verification: Ensure that the currency type used in the document matches the type expected by the system.
  Rounding Settings: Review the rounding settings in the system to ensure they are configured correctly and are not causing significant deviations.
  Consult with Finance Team: If the issue persists, consult with your finance or accounting team to understand if there are any specific business rules or practices that need to be followed regarding currency conversion.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OB08 (Maintain Exchange Rates), FB60 (Enter Incoming Invoices), and FB70 (Enter Outgoing Invoices) for managing financial documents.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional guidance or patches that may address known issues.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files for more detailed information on currency conversion and exchange rate handling in SAP.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the F5216 error and implement a solution to resolve it.