How To Fix 8B538 - Company cannot be determined: Localization data not filled

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 8B - Localization (Brazil)

• Message number: 538

• Message text: Company cannot be determined: Localization data not filled

What causes this issue?

The company cannot be determined because either the order could not
be retrieved or the company related to the valuation area of the plant
was not found.

System Response

Because no company could be determined, it is not possible to know if
localisation is activated for the company. Therefore no automatic
determination is processed.

How to fix this error?

Please enter the localisation data manually.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 8B538 - Company cannot be determined: Localization data not filled ?

  The SAP error message 8B538 ("Company cannot be determined: Localization data not filled") typically occurs when the system is unable to determine the company code for a transaction due to missing localization data. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when creating or processing documents that require localization settings.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Localization Data: The localization data for the company code is not maintained in the system. This data is essential for the system to understand the legal and regulatory requirements for the specific country.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the company code may not be set up correctly, leading to the inability to determine the company.
  Missing Company Code Assignment: The company code may not be assigned to the relevant country or localization settings.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the master data or configuration that prevent the system from determining the company code.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Maintain Localization Data:
  
  Go to the transaction code OBY6 (or the relevant configuration path) to maintain the localization data for the company code.
  Ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly, including country-specific settings.
  
  
  
  Check Company Code Configuration:
  
  Use transaction code SPRO to access the configuration settings.
  Navigate to Financial Accounting (New) > Financial Accounting Global Settings (New) > Company Code > Edit, Copy, Delete, Check Company Code.
  Verify that the company code is correctly configured and assigned to the appropriate country.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the master data for the relevant business partners, customers, or vendors to ensure that they are correctly assigned to the company code and have the necessary localization data.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to localization settings for your specific country to ensure compliance with local regulations.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the transaction again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OBY6, SPRO, and others that may help in configuration and troubleshooting.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to view and edit the localization data and company code settings.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for further investigation.