How To Fix FC413 - Specify a company code that does not already exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FC - FI configuration error messages

• Message number: 413

• Message text: Specify a company code that does not already exist

What causes this issue?

You have specified &V1& as the target company code. This company code
already exists.
However, "Accounts in company code" can only be copied for company
codes that do not yet exist. The act of copying itself creates a new
company code.

How to fix this error?

Check your entries.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FC413 - Specify a company code that does not already exist ?

  The SAP error message FC413, which states "Specify a company code that does not already exist," typically occurs when you are trying to create a new company code in the SAP system, but the company code you are attempting to create already exists in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Company Code: The primary cause of this error is that the company code you are trying to create is already defined in the system. Each company code must be unique within the SAP environment.
  Incorrect Input: There may be a typographical error in the company code you are trying to enter, leading to confusion with an existing code.
  System Configuration: Sometimes, the system may have been configured to prevent the creation of certain company codes due to business rules or settings.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Existing Company Codes:
  
  Go to the transaction code OBY6 (or SPRO -> Financial Accounting -> General Ledger Accounting -> Master Data -> G/L Accounts -> Company Code -> Edit, Copy, Delete, Check Company Code) to view the list of existing company codes.
  Verify if the company code you are trying to create is already listed.
  
  
  
  Use a Different Company Code:
  
  If the company code already exists, you will need to choose a different, unique company code that does not conflict with existing entries.
  
  
  
  Correct Input:
  
  Double-check the company code you are entering for any typographical errors. Ensure that you are entering the correct code as intended.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the company codes in use, consult your organization's documentation or SAP configuration guides to understand the naming conventions and existing codes.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to create a new company code. Sometimes, restrictions may prevent users from creating new entries.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OBY6 for company code management and SPRO for configuration settings.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or additional guidance related to company code creation.
  User Roles: Ensure that your user role has the necessary permissions to create or modify company codes in the system.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or your organization's internal guidelines for creating company codes to ensure compliance with business processes.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FC413 error and successfully manage company codes in your SAP system.