How To Fix FX044 - Sending company code & (global) from file not known

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FX - Distributed FI Application Messages

• Message number: 044

• Message text: Sending company code & (global) from file not known

What causes this issue?

The cross-system sending company code &V1& specified in the file is not
known to this system.

System Response

The file was not loaded.

How to fix this error?

There are several possible error causes for this error:
1.) Your configuration on the local client is not complete
2.) The file is not intended for you
3.) There is a program error/file error
Contact your system administrator.
Procedure for the System Administrator
If case 1.) applies, you can create the cross-system company code by
means of the following configuration steps:
Create a new cross-system company code (also report the identifier to
all SAP installations of the corporate group):
<DS:TRAN.OB72>Proceed</>
Allocate the cross-system company code to the local company code:
<DS:TRAN.OBB5>Proceed</>
In all other cases, delete the file, if necessary. The file &V2& in the
logical list 'GLOBAL_PATH' should be checked.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FX044 - Sending company code & (global) from file not known ?

  The SAP error message FX044, which states "Sending company code & (global) from file not known," typically occurs in the context of foreign exchange (FX) processing or when dealing with financial transactions that involve multiple company codes. This error indicates that the system is unable to recognize the specified company code in the context of the operation being performed.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Company Code: The company code specified in the file or transaction does not exist in the SAP system.
  Configuration Issues: The company code may not be properly configured in the system, or it may not be assigned to the relevant controlling area or other organizational units.
  Data Import Issues: If the error occurs during data import, the file being processed may contain incorrect or outdated company code information.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified company code.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Verify Company Code: Check the company code specified in the transaction or file. Ensure that it is correctly entered and exists in the system.
  
  You can do this by navigating to the transaction code OBY6 (for company code settings) to see if the company code is listed.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration: Ensure that the company code is properly configured in the system. This includes checking:
  
  The assignment of the company code to the relevant controlling area.
  The settings in the financial accounting module.
  
  
  
  Review Data Files: If the error occurs during data import, review the file being processed to ensure that it contains valid and up-to-date company code information.
  
  
  User Authorizations: Check the user roles and authorizations to ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to access the specified company code.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional context on the error and any specific configurations that may be required.
  
  
  Contact Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OBY6 (Company Code Global Settings), OBY1 (Create Company Code), and OBY2 (Change Company Code).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP Help documentation for financial accounting and foreign exchange processing for more detailed guidance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the FX044 error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.