How To Fix 3I045 - Only one company code permitted. Entries deleted!

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 3I - HR-PT: Messages for Portugal

• Message number: 045

• Message text: Only one company code permitted. Entries deleted!

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 3I045 - Only one company code permitted. Entries deleted! ?

  The SAP error message 3I045: "Only one company code permitted. Entries deleted!" typically occurs in the context of financial transactions or master data where the system expects only one company code to be associated with a particular entry. This error can arise in various scenarios, such as when trying to create or modify a financial document, vendor, customer, or other master data that is linked to multiple company codes.
  Cause:
  
  
  Multiple Company Codes: The primary cause of this error is that the system has detected multiple company codes associated with a single entry where only one is allowed. This can happen if:
  
  You are trying to post a transaction that involves multiple company codes.
  The master data (like vendor or customer) is incorrectly set up to reference multiple company codes.
  There is a configuration issue in the system that allows for multiple company codes where it should not.
  
  
  
  Data Integrity Issues: Sometimes, data integrity issues can lead to this error, such as incorrect data entries or inconsistencies in the database.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Company Code Assignment: Review the entries you are trying to create or modify. Ensure that they are associated with only one company code. If you find multiple company codes, you will need to determine which one is correct and remove the others.
  
  
  Review Master Data: If the error is related to master data (like vendors or customers), check the master data records to ensure that they are correctly assigned to a single company code. You may need to edit the master data to correct any discrepancies.
  
  
  Transaction Review: If the error occurs during a transaction, review the transaction details to ensure that you are not inadvertently trying to post to multiple company codes. 
  
  
  Consult Configuration: If you suspect a configuration issue, consult with your SAP configuration team to review the settings related to company codes and ensure they are set up correctly.
  
  
  Data Cleanup: If there are data integrity issues, you may need to perform a data cleanup to remove or correct any erroneous entries that are causing the conflict.
  
  
  SAP Notes and Support: If the issue persists, check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error. You may also consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on where the error occurs, you may be using various transaction codes (e.g., FB01 for posting documents, XK01 for vendor creation, etc.).
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for specific modules (like FI, CO) to understand how company codes are managed and the implications of having multiple codes.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user roles and authorizations are correctly set up, as sometimes users may not have the necessary permissions to make changes that could resolve the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.