How To Fix FINS_CFIN_AC_DOC053 - Company code &1 does not match company code &2 of referenced invoice

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FINS_CFIN_AC_DOC - Central Finance Accounting Document generation

• Message number: 053

• Message text: Company code &1 does not match company code &2 of referenced invoice

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FINS_CFIN_AC_DOC053 - Company code &1 does not match company code &2 of referenced invoice ?

  The SAP error message FINS_CFIN_AC_DOC053 indicates a mismatch between the company code of the document you are trying to process and the company code of a referenced invoice. This typically occurs in the context of financial transactions, particularly when dealing with intercompany transactions or when trying to post documents that reference invoices from different company codes.
  Cause:
  
  
  Company Code Mismatch: The primary cause of this error is that the company code of the document you are trying to post does not match the company code of the invoice you are referencing. This can happen if:
  
  You are trying to post a document in one company code while referencing an invoice from another company code.
  There is a configuration issue where the company codes are not properly set up for intercompany transactions.
  
  
  
  Incorrect Document Reference: The document you are trying to post may be incorrectly referencing an invoice that belongs to a different company code.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Verify Company Codes: Check the company codes involved in the transaction. Ensure that the company code of the document you are trying to post matches the company code of the referenced invoice.
  
  
  Correct Document Reference: If the document is referencing the wrong invoice, correct the reference to point to the appropriate invoice that belongs to the same company code.
  
  
  Intercompany Configuration: If you are dealing with intercompany transactions, ensure that the necessary configurations are in place to allow for such transactions. This may involve:
  
  Setting up intercompany settings in the SAP system.
  Ensuring that the relevant company codes are linked and configured for intercompany postings.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for specific configurations related to your organization's setup.
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like FB03 (Display Document) to view the details of the referenced invoice and confirm its company code.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Intercompany Transactions: If your organization frequently deals with intercompany transactions, it may be beneficial to review the intercompany accounting processes and ensure that all relevant configurations are correctly set up in SAP.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional guidance or patches that may address known issues.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to post documents across different company codes, as restrictions may also lead to errors.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully process your financial documents in SAP.