How To Fix FMUP042 - Cross-company code postings are not allowed

FMUP042 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FMUP - Update in Funds Management

• Message number: 042

• Message text: Cross-company code postings are not allowed

What causes this issue?

You are using an ALE distribution scenario in Funds Management.
Cross-company code postings in the decentral system are not allowed in
this environment.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

FMUP042 - Details

• The SAP error message FMUP042, which states "Cross-company code postings are not allowed," typically occurs in the context of Financial Management (FM) or Funds Management (FM) when you attempt to post a transaction that involves multiple company codes. This is not permitted in certain configurations or settings within SAP.
  
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Settings: The system is configured to disallow cross-company code postings. This is often a deliberate design choice to maintain the integrity of financial data across different legal entities.
  Transaction Type: The type of transaction you are trying to execute may not support cross-company code postings.
  Master Data Issues: The master data for the accounts or cost centers involved may not be set up to allow postings across different company codes.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings in the SAP system related to Funds Management and cross-company code postings. You may need to consult with your SAP FI/CO consultant to adjust these settings if cross-company