How To Fix FH881 - Copy account &1 from other company code; &2 not permitted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FH - General ledger module messages

• Message number: 881

• Message text: Copy account &1 from other company code; &2 not permitted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FH881 - Copy account &1 from other company code; &2 not permitted ?

  The SAP error message FH881 indicates that there is an issue with copying an account from one company code to another. Specifically, the error message states that the copying of the account from company code &2 to company code &1 is not permitted. This typically occurs in the context of financial accounting when trying to create or modify accounts in the General Ledger (G/L).
  Cause:
  
  
  Cross-Company Code Restrictions: The primary cause of this error is that the system does not allow the copying of certain account types or configurations across different company codes. This is often due to differences in settings, such as currency, fiscal year variant, or account group settings.
  
  
  Account Group Settings: The account group for the target company code may not allow the creation of accounts that are being copied from the source company code.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the Financial Accounting (FI) module that restrict the copying of accounts between company codes.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Manual Creation: Instead of copying the account, manually create the account in the target company code. Ensure that all necessary settings and configurations are aligned with the requirements of the target company code.
  
  
  Check Account Group: Verify the account group settings for both company codes. Ensure that the account group in the target company code allows for the creation of the account type you are trying to copy.
  
  
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings in the Financial Accounting module. Ensure that the settings for the company codes involved allow for the desired operations.
  
  
  Use Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like OBY6 (for company code settings) and OBC4 (for account groups) to review and adjust the necessary configurations.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP Basis or FI consultant for specific configuration settings that may be causing the issue.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FS00 (G/L Account Master Record) and OBY6 (Define Company Code).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to create or modify accounts in the target company code.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FH881 error and successfully manage your G/L accounts across different company codes in SAP.