How To Fix FZ217 - Company code selection & will be ignored

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FZ - Payment Transactions

• Message number: 217

• Message text: Company code selection & will be ignored

What causes this issue?

Data media for one of the following countries can contain data from
several company codes.
- Great Britain
- Switzerland
Selecting by company code is therefore not possible.

System Response

The system ignores the entry of company code &V1&. The data for all
company codes is displayed.

How to fix this error?

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FZ217 - Company code selection & will be ignored ?

  The SAP error message FZ217 ("Company code selection & will be ignored") typically occurs in the context of financial transactions or reports where a company code is expected but is not properly defined or selected. This message indicates that the system has encountered an issue with the company code selection criteria, and as a result, it will ignore the specified company code in the processing of the transaction or report.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Company Code: The specified company code may not exist in the system or may not be valid for the transaction being processed.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified company code.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that prevent the company code from being recognized.
  Selection Criteria: The selection criteria in the report or transaction may not be set up correctly, leading to the company code being ignored.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the master data related to the company code.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Company Code: Check if the company code specified in the transaction or report exists and is correctly entered.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the specified company code.
  Review Configuration: Look into the configuration settings related to company codes in the SAP system to ensure they are set up correctly.
  Adjust Selection Criteria: Modify the selection criteria in the report or transaction to ensure that the company code is included and recognized.
  Data Consistency Check: Perform a data consistency check to identify any issues with the master data related to the company code.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may be using transaction codes like FBL1N (Vendor Line Item Display), FBL3N (G/L Account Line Item Display), or others that involve company code selection.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP Notes can provide specific guidance or fixes for known problems.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for the specific module you are working with (e.g., FI, CO) for more detailed information on company code settings and requirements.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who can provide more tailored assistance based on your specific system configuration and business processes.