How To Fix GC731 - Transaction not allowed according to company (trans = &)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 731

• Message text: Transaction not allowed according to company (trans = &)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GC731 - Transaction not allowed according to company (trans = &) ?

  The SAP error message GC731 indicates that a transaction is not allowed according to the company code settings. This typically occurs when a user attempts to perform a transaction that is restricted for the specific company code in the system.
  Cause:
  
  
  Company Code Restrictions: The transaction you are trying to execute is not permitted for the specified company code. This could be due to various reasons, such as:
  
  The company code is not set up to allow the transaction.
  The transaction type is restricted for the company code in the configuration settings.
  The user does not have the necessary authorizations to perform the transaction for that company code.
  
  
  
  Configuration Settings: The configuration settings in the SAP system may have been set to restrict certain transactions based on company codes.
  
  
  User Authorizations: The user role assigned may not have the necessary permissions to execute the transaction for the specified company code.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Company Code Settings:
  
  Review the configuration settings for the company code in question. This can be done by navigating to the relevant configuration area in SAP (e.g., SPRO) and checking the settings for the specific transaction type.
  
  
  
  Review User Authorizations:
  
  Check the user roles and authorizations assigned to the user attempting the transaction. Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to perform the transaction for the specified company code.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Administrator:
  
  If you do not have access to the configuration settings or user roles, consult with your SAP administrator or the person responsible for SAP security in your organization. They can help identify the issue and make the necessary adjustments.
  
  
  
  Transaction Type Configuration:
  
  If the transaction type needs to be allowed for the company code, the configuration may need to be updated. This typically involves modifying the settings in the relevant SAP module (e.g., Financial Accounting, Controlling).
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making any changes, test the transaction again to ensure that the issue has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: The specific transaction code that triggered the error message (indicated by trans = &) should be noted for further investigation.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the error message GC731.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for the specific module you are working with to understand the implications of company code restrictions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.