How To Fix FM451 - > Company code '&' does not exist (T001)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FM - Dunning Notices

• Message number: 451

• Message text: > Company code '&' does not exist (T001)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FM451 - > Company code '&' does not exist (T001) ?

  The SAP error message FM451 indicates that the specified company code does not exist in the system. This error typically occurs when trying to post a financial transaction or when executing a function that requires a valid company code.
  Cause:
  
  Non-Existent Company Code: The company code you are trying to use has not been created in the system.
  Incorrect Company Code: There may be a typo or incorrect entry in the company code field.
  Company Code Not Active: The company code might exist but is not active or has been marked for deletion.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified company code.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Company Code:
  
  Go to the transaction code OBY6 (or SPRO -> Financial Accounting -> General Settings -> Company Code -> Define Company Code) to verify if the company code exists.
  Ensure that the company code is correctly entered in the transaction.
  
  
  
  Create Company Code:
  
  If the company code does not exist, you will need to create it using the transaction code OBY6 or through the configuration path mentioned above.
  
  
  
  Activate Company Code:
  
  If the company code exists but is inactive, you may need to activate it. Check the status of the company code in the configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the company code. This can be checked with the help of your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any relevant documentation or guidelines provided by your organization regarding the use of company codes in SAP.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  OBY6: Define Company Code
  SPRO: Access the SAP Reference IMG for configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Tables:
  
  The company codes are stored in the T001 table. You can query this table to see the list of existing company codes.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: 
  
  Check SAP Notes for any known issues or additional troubleshooting steps related to this error message.
  
  
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP's official documentation for further assistance.