How To Fix F5A399 - Cross-company code posting not possible

F5A399 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: F5A - Document Editing

• Message number: 399

• Message text: Cross-company code posting not possible

What causes this issue?

The new general ledger is not active in at least one of the company
codes involved.

System Response

You can only perform cross-company code postings with an active new
general ledger if the new general ledger has been activated in all of
company codes involved in the transaction.

How to fix this error?

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

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message F5A399 - Cross-company code posting not possible ?

  The SAP error message F5A399, which states "Cross-company code posting not possible," typically occurs when you attempt to post a transaction that involves multiple company codes in a way that is not allowed by the system configuration. This error is common in financial transactions, such as journal entries or invoice postings, where the system expects postings to be made within the same company code.
  Causes:
  
  Different Company Codes: The transaction involves multiple company codes, and the system does not allow cross-company code postings for the specific transaction type.
  Configuration Settings: The configuration settings in the SAP system may not allow cross-company code transactions for certain types of postings.
  Account Type Restrictions: The accounts involved in the transaction may not be set up to allow cross-company code postings.
  Document Type Restrictions: The document type used for the transaction may not support cross-company code postings.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Single Company Code Posting: Ensure that all postings are made within the same