How To Fix BK132 - & belong to different company codes

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BK - Create, Display, Reverse Controlling Document

• Message number: 132

• Message text: & belong to different company codes

What causes this issue?

You entered several &V1&s assigned to different company codes. In a
document line item all &V1&s must be assigned to the same company code.

How to fix this error?

Check and change the &V1&s entered so that all the objects are assigned
to the same company code.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BK132 - & belong to different company codes ?

  The SAP error message BK132 typically indicates an issue related to intercompany transactions, specifically when trying to post a document that involves different company codes. The error message usually states something along the lines of "Company code  does not belong to the same group as company code ."
  
  Cause:
  The primary cause of the BK132 error is that the company codes involved in the transaction are not configured to be part of the same group or do not have the necessary intercompany settings. This can occur in scenarios such as:
  
  Different Company Code Groups: The company codes are not assigned to the same group in the SAP configuration.
  Missing Intercompany Settings: The intercompany settings in the configuration may not be properly set up, preventing transactions between the company codes.
  Incorrect Document Type: The document type being used may not support intercompany postings.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the BK132 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Company Code Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP configuration (SPRO) and navigate to the section for defining company codes.
  Ensure that both company codes are assigned to the same group if they are intended to transact with each other.
  
  
  
  Review Intercompany Settings:
  
  Check the intercompany settings in the configuration. Ensure that the necessary settings for intercompany transactions are enabled.
  Verify that the relevant accounts for intercompany transactions are correctly set up in the chart of accounts.
  
  
  
  Document Type Verification:
  
  Ensure that the document type you are using for the transaction supports intercompany postings. You may need to create or modify a document type to allow for intercompany transactions.
  
  
  
  Consult with Your SAP Administrator:
  
  If you are unsure about the configuration or if changes are needed, consult with your SAP administrator or a functional consultant who specializes in Financial Accounting (FI) to ensure that the settings are correct.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like OBY6 (to check company code settings) and OB22 (to check and configure intercompany settings).
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed guidance on configuring intercompany transactions and company code settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to the BK132 error.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the BK132 error in your SAP system.