How To Fix FMITPOMC086 - Invoices must be posted in company code & of the initial item

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FMITPOMC - Tranfer Transaction for Subledger Account

• Message number: 086

• Message text: Invoices must be posted in company code & of the initial item

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FMITPOMC086 - Invoices must be posted in company code & of the initial item ?

  The SAP error message FMITPOMC086 indicates that there is a mismatch in the company code for the invoices being processed in relation to the initial item. This error typically occurs in the context of Financial Management (FM) or Funds Management (FM) when trying to post invoices that do not align with the company code of the original item.
  Cause:
  
  Company Code Mismatch: The invoice you are trying to post is associated with a different company code than the one specified in the initial item.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the system that are causing the company codes to not align properly.
  Data Entry Error: The user may have inadvertently entered the wrong company code when creating the invoice.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Company Code: Verify that the company code of the invoice matches the company code of the initial item. You can do this by reviewing the details of both the invoice and the initial item in the system.
  Correct the Invoice: If there is a mismatch, you may need to either:
  
  Change the company code on the invoice to match the initial item.
  Create a new invoice with the correct company code.
  
  
  Review Configuration: If this issue occurs frequently, review the configuration settings in SAP to ensure that company codes are set up correctly and that there are no inconsistencies in the system.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling invoices and company codes in your version of SAP.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists and you cannot resolve it, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FB60 (Enter Incoming Invoices) or FBL1N (Vendor Line Item Display) to help you navigate and troubleshoot the issue.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide additional insights or patches that can resolve the issue.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the appropriate roles and authorizations to post invoices in the specified company code.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.