How To Fix /CPD/SS_MESSAGES097 - Company code &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /CPD/SS_MESSAGES -

• Message number: 097

• Message text: Company code &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /CPD/SS_MESSAGES097 - Company code &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message /CPD/SS_MESSAGES097 Company code &1 does not exist indicates that the specified company code (represented by &1) is not recognized in the SAP system. This can occur in various scenarios, such as when trying to post a transaction, generate reports, or perform any operation that requires a valid company code.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Company Code: The company code entered may be misspelled or incorrect.
  Company Code Not Created: The company code has not been created in the system.
  Company Code Not Active: The company code exists but is not active or has been marked for deletion.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified company code.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration settings related to company codes.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Verify Company Code:
  
  Check the company code entered for any typographical errors.
  Ensure that the company code is valid and exists in the system.
  
  
  
  Create Company Code:
  
  If the company code does not exist, you may need to create it using the transaction code OBY6 (or through the appropriate configuration path in SPRO).
  
  
  
  Check Company Code Status:
  
  Use transaction code OBY6 to check if the company code is active. If it is inactive, you may need to activate it.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the company code. This can be checked with the help of your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Configuration Review:
  
  Review the configuration settings in the SAP system to ensure that everything is set up correctly for the company code.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on managing company codes.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  OBY6: Create/Change Company Code
  SPRO: Access the SAP Reference IMG for configuration settings.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to company code management.
  
  
  User Roles: Ensure that the user roles and profiles are correctly assigned to allow access to the required company codes.
  
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for further investigation.