How To Fix FI673 - You must not change assignment to company code &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FI - TR-FM Funds Management

• Message number: 673

• Message text: You must not change assignment to company code &

What causes this issue?

There is already actual data for FM area &V2&, which is assigned to
company code &V1&.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FI673 - You must not change assignment to company code & ?

  The SAP error message FI673 ("You must not change assignment to company code &") typically occurs in the Financial Accounting (FI) module when there is an attempt to change the assignment of a master data record (such as a vendor, customer, or asset) to a different company code. This error is a safeguard to prevent inconsistencies in financial data across different company codes.
  Cause:
  
  Company Code Assignment: The master data record is already assigned to a specific company code, and the system does not allow changing this assignment due to configuration settings or business rules.
  Data Integrity: Changing the company code assignment could lead to data integrity issues, especially if there are existing transactions or balances associated with the original company code.
  Configuration Settings: The system may be configured to restrict changes to certain fields, including company code assignments, to maintain compliance with accounting standards.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Current Assignments: Verify the current company code assignment of the master data record. If you need to change the assignment, you may need to create a new record for the desired company code instead of modifying the existing one.
  Create New Master Data: If you need to work with the same entity in a different company code, consider creating a new vendor, customer, or asset record specifically for that company code.
  Consult with Configuration Team: If you believe that the change should be allowed, consult with your SAP configuration team to review the settings related to company code assignments. They may need to adjust the configuration or provide guidance on how to proceed.
  Review Transaction History: Ensure that there are no open transactions or balances that would prevent the change. If there are, you may need to clear those before attempting to change the assignment.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific guidance or updates related to this error message. SAP frequently releases notes that address known issues or provide additional configuration options.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to master data management in the FI module to understand the implications of changing company code assignments.
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure that the user attempting to make the change has the appropriate permissions to modify master data records.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.