How To Fix /ATL/GENERAL053 - The procedure is defined for another company code with the same reg. no.


/ATL/GENERAL053 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: /ATL/GENERAL -

  • Message number: 053

  • Message text: The procedure is defined for another company code with the same reg. no.

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /ATL/GENERAL053 - The procedure is defined for another company code with the same reg. no. ?
    The SAP error message /ATL/GENERAL053 indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of a procedure that is defined for a different company code, even though the registration number is the same. This typically occurs in the context of tax procedures or accounting configurations where multiple company codes may share the same registration number but have different settings or procedures.
    
    Cause: Duplicate Registration Numbers: The same registration number is being used for multiple company codes, but the tax procedure or accounting settings are not aligned.
    Configuration Issues: The procedure you are trying to use is not correctly assigned to the company code you are working with. Incorrect Company Code Assignment: The system is trying to apply a procedure that is defined for another company code, leading to this conflict.
    Solution: Check Configuration: Go to the configuration settings for the tax procedure or accounting settings in SAP. Ensure that the procedure is correctly assigned to the relevant company

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