How To Fix FB661 - & does not exist in comp.code &; delete flag is not transferred

FB661 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FB - Batch Programs

• Message number: 661

• Message text: & does not exist in comp.code &; delete flag is not transferred

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FB661 - Details

• The SAP error message FB661 typically indicates that there is an issue with a financial document that is being processed in the system. The message suggests that the document does not exist in the specified company code, and it also mentions that a delete flag is not transferred. Here’s a breakdown of the potential causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Document Not Found: The document you are trying to process may not exist in the specified company code. This could be due to incorrect document numbers or company code settings.
  Incorrect Company Code: The company code specified in the transaction may not match the company code where the document was originally created.
  Deletion Flag: The deletion flag may not have been set correctly in the system, which can lead to inconsistencies when trying to delete or modify documents.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or modify