How To Fix >0172 - Cross-company postings not permitted for document type &1


>0172 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: >0 - General Basis texts

  • Message number: 172

  • Message text: Cross-company postings not permitted for document type &1

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message >0172 - Cross-company postings not permitted for document type &1 ?
    The SAP error message 0172 ("Cross-company postings not permitted for document type &1") typically occurs when you attempt to post a financial document that involves multiple company codes using a document type that does not allow cross-company postings. This is a common issue in SAP's Financial Accounting (FI) module.
    
    Cause: Document Type Configuration: The document type you are using is configured to restrict cross-company postings. Each document type in SAP can be set up with specific rules regarding whether it allows postings between different company codes. Company Code Settings: The company codes involved in the transaction may not be set up to allow cross-company transactions. Transaction Type: The type of transaction you are trying to perform (e.g., certain types of journal entries, invoices, etc.) may not support cross-company postings.
    Solution: Check Document Type Configuration: Go to the transaction code OBAY (or SPRO -> Financial Accounting -> Financial Accounting Global Settings -> Document -> Document Types -> Define

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