F0170 - Payee company code not in table T001

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: F0 - FI batch program messages

• Message number: 170

• Message text: Payee company code not in table T001

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message F0170 - Payee company code not in table T001 ?

  The SAP error message F0170, which states "Payee company code not in table T001," typically occurs when a transaction involves a company code that is not recognized in the system. The T001 table in SAP contains the list of all company codes defined in the system, and if the company code for the payee is not present in this table, the error will be triggered.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Company Code: The payee's company code has not been created or is not active in the T001 table.
  Incorrect Configuration: The company code may have been incorrectly entered in the transaction or configuration settings.
  Data Migration Issues: If data was migrated from another system, the company code may not have been included or properly configured.
  Inactive Company Code: The company code exists but is marked as inactive.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Company Code in T001:
  
  Go to transaction code SE16 or SE16N.
  Enter the table name T001 and execute.
  Check if the payee's company code is listed. If it is not, you will need to create it.
  
  
  
  Create or Activate Company Code:
  
  If the company code is missing, you can create it using transaction code OX15 (or SPRO -> Enterprise Structure -> Definition -> Financial Accounting -> Define Company Code).
  If the company code exists but is inactive, you may need to activate it.
  
  
  
  Verify Transaction Data:
  
  Ensure that the transaction you are processing has the correct payee company code entered. Double-check for any typos or incorrect entries.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Basis or Functional Team:
  
  If you are unsure about creating or modifying company codes, consult with your SAP Basis or functional team to ensure compliance with your organization’s policies.
  
  
  
  Check Authorization:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view or modify company codes in the system.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  OX15: Define Company Code
  SE16/SE16N: Data Browser for table checks
  
  
  Tables:
  
  T001: Company Codes
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to company codes or the F0170 error.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the F0170 error and ensure that the payee company code is correctly configured in your SAP system.