How To Fix FIN_ODATA_GL020 - Company code &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FIN_ODATA_GL - Messages for Package APPL_FIN_ODATA_GL

• Message number: 020

• Message text: Company code &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FIN_ODATA_GL020 - Company code &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message FIN_ODATA_GL020, which states "Company code &1 does not exist," typically occurs when you are trying to access or process data related to a company code that is not defined in the system. This error can arise in various contexts, such as when using OData services, running reports, or executing transactions.
  Cause:
  
  Non-existent Company Code: The specified company code does not exist in the SAP system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The company code may not be properly configured or activated in the 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 being referenced.
  Client-Specific Data: The company code may exist in a different client, and the user is currently logged into a client where it does not exist.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Verify Company Code: Check the company code you are trying to access. Ensure that it is correctly entered and exists in the system.
  
  You can do this by navigating to the transaction code OBY6 (for company code configuration) and checking if the company code is listed.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration: If the company code does not exist, you may need to create it using the transaction code OBY6 or consult with your SAP administrator to ensure it is set up correctly.
  
  
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the company code. This can be checked in the user roles and profiles.
  
  
  Cross-Client Check: If you suspect the company code exists in another client, log into that client and verify its existence.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are using an OData service, check the service documentation to ensure that the company code is being passed correctly in the request.
  
  
  Contact Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  OBY6: Configuration of Company Codes
  SE80: Object Navigator (to check OData services)
  SU01: User Maintenance (to check user authorizations)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  
  
  OData Services: If you are working with OData services, ensure that the service is correctly configured and that the entity set is properly defined to include the company code.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement the appropriate solution.