Out of Balance error after changing the Exchange Rate on a Bill from a foreign supplier

Legacy KB ID: 4247

Question

Why do I get Out of Balance errors when I change the exchange rate on a bill from a foreign supplier?

Answer

When entering a Bill from a foreign supplier in a foreign currency, you must follow this sequence to ensure the form refreshes properly.

1.    Select the appropriate Accounts Payable and Supplier

2.    Change the Exchange Rate

3.    Select the item, enter the quantity and the cost price

4.    On the message to whether you want to save the cost price, select Yes

5.    Click Save & Close to complete the transaction.