How To Fix F5165 - Company code & is not defined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: F5 - Document Editing

• Message number: 165

• Message text: Company code & is not defined

What causes this issue?

Company code &v1& has not been created in financial accounting.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Correct the entry or create the company code in financial accounting
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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message F5165 - Company code & is not defined ?

  The SAP error message F5165, which states "Company code & is not defined," typically occurs when a transaction or process is trying to reference a company code that has not been set up in the system. This can happen in various financial transactions, such as posting documents, running reports, or executing other financial operations.
  Cause:
  
  Company Code Not Created: The specified company code has not been created in the SAP system.
  Company Code Not Activated: The company code exists but is not activated or is in a status that prevents its use.
  Incorrect Configuration: The company code may be incorrectly configured or not assigned to the relevant organizational units.
  User Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified company code.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Create Company Code:
  
  If the company code does not exist, you need to create it. This can be done through the following steps:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen.
  Navigate to SPRO ? SAP Reference IMG ? Enterprise Structure ? Definition ? Financial Accounting ? Define Company Code.
  Create a new company code by entering the required details.
  
  
  
  
  
  Check Company Code Activation:
  
  If the company code exists but is not active, ensure that it is properly activated. You can check this in the same configuration area.
  
  
  
  Verify Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the company code is correctly assigned to the relevant organizational units, such as the controlling area and the company.
  
  
  
  User Authorization:
  
  Check if the user has the necessary authorizations to access the company code. This can be done by reviewing the user's roles and authorizations in the system.
  
  
  
  Transaction Code:
  
  If you are using a specific transaction code, ensure that it is correctly configured to work with the intended company code.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like OX15 (to define company codes) or OX16 (to check company code settings).
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for detailed steps on creating and managing company codes.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the F5165 error and ensure that the company code is properly defined and accessible in your SAP system.