How To Fix F5A172 - Data for external company codes cannot be entered in document parking

F5A172 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: F5A - Document Editing

• Message number: 172

• Message text: Data for external company codes cannot be entered in document parking

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message F5A172 - Data for external company codes cannot be entered in document parking ?

  The SAP error message F5A172 indicates that there is an issue with entering data for external company codes in the document parking process. This error typically arises when you attempt to park a document that involves an external company code, which is not allowed in the current configuration or context.
  
  Cause:
  
  External Company Code Configuration: The company code you are trying to use is defined as an external company code in the system, and the system does not allow parking documents for such codes.
  Document Type Restrictions: Certain document types may have restrictions that prevent the parking of documents involving external company codes.
  User Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to park documents for the specified company code.
  System Settings: The system settings or configuration may not allow for the parking of documents with external company codes.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Company Code Settings: Verify the configuration of the company code in the SAP system. Ensure