How To Fix B0173 - Company code is not used as a release parameter

B0173 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: B0 - Business Partner General

• Message number: 173

• Message text: Company code is not used as a release parameter

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message B0173 - Company code is not used as a release parameter ?

  The SAP error message B0173 ("Company code is not used as a release parameter") typically occurs in the context of the SAP system when dealing with release strategies in the purchasing module, particularly when working with purchase requisitions or purchase orders. This error indicates that the company code specified in the document does not match the configuration settings for the release strategy.
  
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Issue: The company code is not included in the release strategy configuration. Release strategies are defined based on various parameters, including company code, and if the company code is not set up correctly, this error will occur.
  Incorrect Document Settings: The document (purchase requisition or purchase order) may have been created with a company code that is not valid for the current release strategy.
  Missing Release Group: The release group assigned to the document may not be configured to include the specified company code.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Release Strategy Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction