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

SAP Error Message - Details

• 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 code.
  If necessary, create or modify the procedure for the specific company code.
  
  
  
  Review Company Code Settings:
  
  Verify that the company code settings are correctly configured and that the registration number is unique to the intended company code.
  If multiple company codes are using the same registration number, ensure that they have compatible settings.
  
  
  
  Adjust Tax Procedure:
  
  If the procedure is indeed meant to be shared, consider adjusting the tax procedure to accommodate the requirements of both company codes.
  You may need to consult with your SAP functional consultant or a tax expert to ensure compliance with local regulations.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, perform tests to ensure that the error does not reoccur and that the procedures work as intended for the respective company codes.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like OBYZ (for tax procedure configuration) or SPRO (to access the SAP Reference IMG) to navigate to the relevant settings.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for detailed guidance on configuring tax procedures and company codes.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message /ATL/GENERAL053 and ensure that the correct procedures are applied to the appropriate company codes.