How To Fix GC657 - In company &, the assigned company code & is not defined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GC - Error Messages for Consolidation/Extended General Ledger

• Message number: 657

• Message text: In company &, the assigned company code & is not defined

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GC657 - In company &, the assigned company code & is not defined ?

  The SAP error message GC657 indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of company codes in the system. Specifically, it means that the assigned company code for a particular company is not defined in the system. This can occur in various scenarios, such as when trying to create or modify a company, or when processing transactions that involve company codes.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Company Code Definition: The company code that is being referenced has not been created or defined in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The company code may have been incorrectly configured or deleted.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a typographical error in the company code being referenced.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was transported from another system, the transport may not have included the necessary company code definitions.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Company Code Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP transaction code OBY6 (or SPRO -> Financial Accounting -> General Settings -> Define Company Code) to verify if the company code is defined.
  If it is not defined, you will need to create it by following the necessary steps to define a new company code.
  
  
  
  Verify Assignment:
  
  Ensure that the company code is correctly assigned to the company. This can be checked in the same configuration area where you define the company code.
  
  
  
  Correct Data Entry:
  
  Double-check the company code being used in the transaction or configuration to ensure there are no typographical errors.
  
  
  
  Transport Requests:
  
  If the company code was supposed to be included in a transport request, check the transport logs to ensure it was successfully transported. If not, you may need to re-transport the necessary configuration.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any relevant documentation or configuration guides to ensure that all steps have been followed correctly.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  OBY6: Define Company Code
  SPRO: Access the SAP Reference IMG for configuration
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or additional guidance related to this error message.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to view and modify company code settings.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for further investigation.