How To Fix 9J640 - Order must be created in company code &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 9J -

• Message number: 640

• Message text: Order must be created in company code &

What causes this issue?

The entered order &V2& was created in company code &V3&, not in company
code &V1&.

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?

Enter an order from company code &V1&.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 9J640 - Order must be created in company code & ?

  The SAP error message 9J640 indicates that an order must be created in a specific company code. This error typically arises when there is an attempt to create or process an order in a company code that is not configured to handle that particular order type or when the order is being created in a different company code than intended.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Company Code: The order is being created in a company code that is not set up to handle the specific order type.
  Configuration Issues: The order type may not be assigned to the company code in the system configuration.
  Master Data Issues: The master data (like customer or vendor) may be linked to a different company code than the one being used for the order.
  User Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to create orders in the specified company code.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Company Code: Ensure that you are creating the order in the correct company code. Verify the company code settings in the order creation screen.
  Configuration Review: Review the configuration settings for the order type in the relevant company code. This can be done in the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide (IMG) under:
  
  Logistics > Sales and Distribution > Sales > Sales Document > Define Sales Document Types.
  
  
  Master Data Verification: Check the master data (customer/vendor) to ensure it is correctly assigned to the intended company code.
  User Authorization: Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to create orders in the specified company code. This may require coordination with your SAP security team.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional context on the error message and its implications.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like VA01 (Create Sales Order) or CO01 (Create Production Order) depending on the type of order you are working with.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.