How To Fix FINS_STATKEYFIG012 - Initial Company Code is not allowed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FINS_STATKEYFIG - Message class for statistical keyfigures

• Message number: 012

• Message text: Initial Company Code is not allowed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FINS_STATKEYFIG012 - Initial Company Code is not allowed ?

  The SAP error message FINS_STATKEYFIG012 indicates that the initial company code specified in a financial transaction or report is not allowed. This error typically arises in the context of financial reporting or when trying to execute certain financial transactions that require a valid company code.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Company Code: The company code you are trying to use may not be set up correctly in the system or may not be active.
  Configuration Issues: The company code may not be configured for the specific financial transaction or reporting you are attempting to perform.
  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 entered.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Company Code Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code OBY6 (or use the path: SPRO > Financial Accounting > General Settings > Company Code > Define Company Code) to verify that the company code is correctly defined and active.
  Ensure that the company code is assigned to the relevant controlling area and is properly configured for the financial processes you are trying to execute.
  
  
  
  Verify User Authorizations:
  
  Check if the user has the necessary authorizations to access the specified company code. This can be done through transaction code SU53 to analyze authorization issues or by consulting with your security team.
  
  
  
  Correct Data Entry:
  
  Double-check the company code entered in the transaction or report for any typographical errors. Ensure that it matches the valid company codes in the system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any relevant documentation or configuration guides related to the specific financial transaction or report you are trying to execute to ensure compliance with the required settings.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OBY6 (Define Company Code), SU53 (Authorization Check), and others that may help in troubleshooting.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to the error message FINS_STATKEYFIG012 in the SAP Support Portal for any specific patches or updates that may address the issue.
  Documentation: Review SAP Help documentation for financial accounting to understand the requirements for company codes in various financial processes.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.