How To Fix FMPEB053 - Countries of company codes &1 and &2 are not the same

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FMPEB - Partially Exempt Organizations

• Message number: 053

• Message text: Countries of company codes &1 and &2 are not the same

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FMPEB053 - Countries of company codes &1 and &2 are not the same ?

  The SAP error message FMPEB053 indicates that there is a mismatch between the countries of two company codes involved in a financial transaction or process. This error typically arises in the context of financial management, particularly when dealing with funds management or budgetary control.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  You are trying to execute a transaction that involves multiple company codes, and the company codes have been set up in different countries.
  The system requires that all company codes involved in a transaction must belong to the same country for certain operations, such as budget transfers or inter-company postings.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the FMPEB053 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Company Code Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code OBY6 (or SPRO -> Financial Accounting -> General Settings -> Company Code -> Define Company Code) to verify the country settings for the company codes involved.
  Ensure that both company codes are set up in the same country.
  
  
  
  Review Transaction Logic:
  
  If the transaction is intended to involve multiple company codes, consider whether it is appropriate to do so. If not, adjust the transaction to involve only company codes from the same country.
  
  
  
  Adjust Financial Documents:
  
  If the error occurs during the processing of financial documents, review the documents to ensure that they are correctly assigned to the appropriate company codes.
  
  
  
  Consult with Configuration Team:
  
  If you are unsure about the configuration or the implications of changing the country settings, consult with your SAP configuration team or a functional consultant who specializes in financial accounting.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making any changes, perform tests to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the transactions can be processed as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FB50 (General Ledger Document Entry), F-02 (General Posting), or any other transaction that may involve multiple company codes.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files related to company code configuration and inter-company transactions for further insights.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the FMPEB053 error and implement a solution to resolve it.