How To Fix 881702 - No reference company code is maintained for company code &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 881 - Recycling Administration

• Message number: 702

• Message text: No reference company code is maintained for company code &1

What causes this issue?

No reference company code was assigned to the company code. An
assignment is mandatory.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

You can maintain the assignment in Customizing for REA under
<DS:TRAN.J7LRRE711000113>Define Common Company Codes</>.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 881702 - No reference company code is maintained for company code &1 ?

  The SAP error message 881702, "No reference company code is maintained for company code &1," typically occurs when there is a missing configuration for a company code in the system. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a reference company code for the specified company code, which is necessary for certain processes, such as financial reporting or intercompany transactions.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The primary cause of this error is that the reference company code has not been defined for the specified company code in the system.
  Incorrect Settings: There may be incorrect settings in the configuration of the company code or the reference company code.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system, the reference company code may not have been set up correctly.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to maintain the reference company code for the specified company code. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen.
  Navigate to the following path: SPRO -> SAP Reference IMG -> Financial Accounting (New) -> Financial Accounting Global Settings (New) -> Company Code -> Define Company Code.
  
  
  
  Select the Company Code:
  
  Find and select the company code that is causing the error (indicated by &1 in the error message).
  
  
  
  Maintain Reference Company Code:
  
  In the company code settings, look for the field labeled "Reference Company Code."
  Enter the appropriate reference company code that should be linked to the specified company code.
  
  
  
  Save Changes:
  
  After entering the reference company code, save your changes.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  After making the changes, test the transaction or process that was previously causing the error to ensure that it is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Company Code: A company code in SAP is the smallest organizational unit for which a complete self-contained set of accounts can be drawn up. It is essential for financial reporting.
  Reference Company Code: This is used to copy settings from one company code to another, which can simplify the configuration process when setting up new company codes.
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like OBY6 to directly access the company code configuration screen.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to check for additional configuration settings or consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for further assistance.