How To Fix FN022 - No company codes exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FN - BAPI Messages

• Message number: 022

• Message text: No company codes exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FN022 - No company codes exist ?

  The SAP error message FN022 ("No company codes exist") typically occurs when you are trying to perform a financial transaction or access a financial module, but the system cannot find any company codes associated with your user profile or the current configuration. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  No Company Codes Defined: The most straightforward reason is that no company codes have been created in the system.
  User Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the company codes that exist.
  Company Code Assignment: The company code may not be assigned to the relevant organizational units or may not be active.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration settings that prevent the system from recognizing existing company codes.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Company Code Creation:
  
  Go to the transaction code OBY6 (or SPRO -> Financial Accounting -> Financial Accounting Global Settings -> Company Code -> Edit, Copy, Delete, Check Company Code) to verify if any company codes have been created.
  If no company codes exist, you will need to create one.
  
  
  
  User Authorization:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the company codes. This can be checked in the user roles assigned to the user via transaction code SU01.
  Consult with your SAP security team to ensure the user has the appropriate roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  Check Company Code Assignment:
  
  Verify that the company code is assigned to the relevant organizational units. This can be checked in the configuration settings.
  Ensure that the company code is active and not marked for deletion.
  
  
  
  Configuration Review:
  
  Review the configuration settings in the SAP system to ensure that everything is set up correctly. This includes checking the settings in the Financial Accounting module.
  If you suspect configuration issues, consult with your SAP functional consultant or BASIS team.
  
  
  
  Transaction Context:
  
  Ensure that you are in the correct context or module when trying to access the company code. Some transactions may require specific company codes to be selected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OBY6, SU01, and SPRO for configuration and user management.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for financial accounting to understand how company codes are structured and managed.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant for further assistance.