How To Fix FB279 - Company & is not defined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FB - Batch Programs

• Message number: 279

• Message text: Company & is not defined

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FB279 - Company & is not defined ?

  The SAP error message FB279, which states "Company & is not defined," typically occurs when you are trying to execute a transaction that requires a company code that has not been defined in the system. This error can arise in various contexts, such as during financial postings, reporting, or when trying to access company-specific data.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Company Code: The company code you are trying to use in your transaction does not exist in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The company code may not have been properly configured in the SAP system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified company code.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a typographical error in the company code entered in the transaction.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Company Code Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code OBY6 (or SPRO -> Financial Accounting -> Financial Accounting Global Settings -> Company Code -> Define Company Code) to verify if the company code is defined.
  If it is not defined, you will need to create it.
  
  
  
  Create Company Code:
  
  If the company code is missing, you can create it using the transaction code OBY6. Fill in the necessary details such as company name, address, and other relevant information.
  
  
  
  Verify User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the company code. This can be checked in the user roles and profiles assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Check for Typographical Errors:
  
  Double-check the company code entered in the transaction for any typographical errors. Ensure that it matches the defined company codes in the system.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Basis or Functional Team:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for further assistance. They can help check the system configuration and user authorizations.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  OBY6: Define Company Code
  SPRO: Access the SAP Reference IMG for configuration
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed steps on managing company codes and financial settings.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal IT support team for further troubleshooting.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FB279 error and ensure that the company code is properly defined and accessible in your SAP system.