How To Fix FIN_ODATA_GL028 - Restrict selection by Company Code

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FIN_ODATA_GL - Messages for Package APPL_FIN_ODATA_GL

• Message number: 028

• Message text: Restrict selection by Company Code

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FIN_ODATA_GL028 - Restrict selection by Company Code ?

  The SAP error message FIN_ODATA_GL028: "Restrict selection by Company Code" typically occurs when you are trying to access or retrieve financial data (such as General Ledger data) without specifying a company code in your OData service request. This is a common requirement in SAP systems, as financial data is often segmented by company code for reporting and compliance purposes.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Company Code: The most common cause of this error is that the request to the OData service does not include a company code parameter.
  Incorrect Configuration: The OData service may be configured to require a company code, and if it is not provided, the system will throw this error.
  Authorization Issues: In some cases, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access data for the specified company code.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Include Company Code in Request: Ensure that your OData service request includes the company code parameter. This can typically be done by adding a query parameter to your request URL, such as ?CompanyCode=<YourCompanyCode>.
  Example:
  /sap/opu/odata/sap/YOUR_SERVICE_NAME/EntitySet?$filter=CompanyCode eq '1000'
  
  
  Check OData Service Configuration: If you are developing or configuring the OData service, verify that the service is set up to require a company code and that it is correctly implemented in the backend logic.
  
  
  Review User Authorizations: Ensure that the user making the request has the necessary authorizations to access the data for the specified company code. This may involve checking roles and permissions in the SAP system.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the documentation for the specific OData service you are using to understand the required parameters and any additional constraints.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  OData Services: OData (Open Data Protocol) is a standard protocol used to create and consume RESTful APIs. In SAP, OData services are often used to expose business data for consumption by various applications.
  Company Code: In SAP, a company code is the smallest organizational unit for which a complete self-contained set of accounts can be drawn up. It is essential for financial reporting and compliance.
  SAP Notes and Community: If the issue persists, consider checking SAP Notes or the SAP Community for similar issues and solutions provided by other users or SAP support.
  
  By ensuring that the company code is included in your requests and that the necessary configurations and authorizations are in place, you should be able to resolve the FIN_ODATA_GL028 error.