How To Fix EK377 - CO account assignment key &1 is not valid in company code &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EK - IS-U Accounts Receivable and Payable

• Message number: 377

• Message text: CO account assignment key &1 is not valid in company code &2

What causes this issue?

No CO account assignments could be determined in company code &V2& for
CO account assignment key &V1&.

System Response

Processing is cancelled

How to fix this error?

Check and correct your entries if necessary

Procedure for System Administrators

If a simple input error is not the cause, check the system settings and
change them if necessary. If a link to a Customizing system has been
maintained, you can maintain the system settings with <PF>Maintain
entries</> (<PF>F5</>).

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EK377 - CO account assignment key &1 is not valid in company code &2 ?

  The SAP error message EK377 indicates that the account assignment key specified in a transaction is not valid for the given company code. This error typically arises in the context of purchasing documents, such as purchase orders or purchase requisitions, where account assignment keys are used to determine how costs are allocated.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Account Assignment Key: The account assignment key specified in the transaction does not exist or is not defined in the system for the specified company code.
  Configuration Issues: The account assignment key may not be properly configured in the system for the relevant company code.
  Missing Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to use the specified account assignment key.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be a typographical error in the account assignment key entered in the transaction.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Account Assignment Key: Verify that the account assignment key you are using is valid. You can do this by navigating to the configuration settings in SAP:
  
  Go to SPRO (SAP Project Reference Object) ? Materials Management ? Purchasing ? Account Assignment ? Define Account Assignment Categories.
  Ensure that the account assignment key is defined for the relevant company code.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration: If the account assignment key is not defined, you may need to create it or modify the existing configuration to include the necessary company code.
  
  
  Check User Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to use the account assignment key. This can be checked with the help of your SAP security team.
  
  
  Correct Data Entry: Double-check the entry for any typographical errors. Ensure that the account assignment key is entered correctly in the transaction.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the account assignment keys and their usage, refer to the SAP documentation or consult with your SAP functional consultant for guidance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Account Assignment Keys: These are used in SAP to determine how costs are allocated to different accounts. Common account assignment keys include "K" for cost center, "P" for project, and "A" for asset.
  Company Code: This is a legal entity in SAP that represents a separate accounting unit. Each company code can have its own set of account assignment keys.
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like ME21N (Create Purchase Order) or ME51N (Create Purchase Requisition) to test and replicate the error.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to involve your SAP support team or a consultant for further investigation.