How To Fix FTOE_CORE305 - Company code &1 and valuation area &2 do not match

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FTOE_CORE -

• Message number: 305

• Message text: Company code &1 and valuation area &2 do not match

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FTOE_CORE305 - Company code &1 and valuation area &2 do not match ?

  The SAP error message FTOE_CORE305 indicates that there is a mismatch between the company code and the valuation area in the context of financial transactions, particularly in Asset Accounting (FI-AA). This error typically arises when you are trying to post a transaction that involves asset management, and the system cannot find a valid configuration for the specified company code and valuation area.
  Cause:
  
  Mismatch in Configuration: The company code and valuation area specified in the transaction do not match the configuration settings in the system. Each valuation area is usually linked to a specific company code.
  Incorrect Valuation Area: The valuation area may not be correctly assigned to the company code in the system settings.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a typographical error in the company code or valuation area entered during the transaction.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP (Transaction code: SPRO).
  Navigate to Financial Accounting (New) > Asset Accounting > Valuation > Define Valuation Areas.
  Ensure that the valuation area is correctly assigned to the relevant company code.
  
  
  
  Verify Transaction Data:
  
  Double-check the transaction data you are entering. Ensure that the company code and valuation area are correct and correspond to the same configuration.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the asset master data to ensure that the asset is assigned to the correct company code and valuation area. You can do this using Transaction code: AS03 (Display Asset).
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the configuration, refer to the SAP documentation or consult with your SAP Basis or FI-AA consultant for assistance.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making any changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  AS01: Create Asset
  AS02: Change Asset
  AS03: Display Asset
  SPRO: Customizing Implementation Guide
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform transactions related to asset accounting.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FTOE_CORE305 error and ensure that your company code and valuation area are correctly aligned in SAP.