How To Fix FR817 - Company code & does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FR - Messages for FI Reporting

• Message number: 817

• Message text: Company code & does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FR817 - Company code & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message FR817 indicates that the specified company code does not exist in the system. This error typically arises when trying to perform a financial transaction or reporting activity that requires a valid company code, but the system cannot find the specified code.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Company Code: The company code entered in the transaction is incorrect or misspelled.
  Company Code Not Created: The company code has not been created in the system.
  Company Code Not Active: The company code exists 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.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration settings in the SAP system.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Company Code: Check the company code entered in the transaction for any typographical errors. Ensure that it matches the company codes defined in the system.
  Check Company Code Existence:
  
  Go to transaction code OBY6 (or SPRO -> Financial Accounting -> General Settings -> Company Code -> Define Company Code) to see if the company code exists.
  If it does not exist, you will need to create it.
  
  
  Activate Company Code: If the company code exists but is inactive, you may need to activate it. This can also be done in the configuration settings.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the company code. This can be checked with the security team or by reviewing the user roles and profiles.
  Consult with SAP Basis or Functional Team: If the issue persists, it may be necessary to consult with the SAP Basis or functional team to investigate any underlying configuration issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  OBY6: To view and manage company codes.
  SPRO: To access the SAP Reference IMG for configuration settings.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed steps on managing company codes and troubleshooting related issues.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FR817 error and ensure that the company code is correctly set up in your SAP system.