How To Fix GG018 - Correct the entry for the company code

GG018 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GG - Messages for FI-SL customizing

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Correct the entry for the company code

What causes this issue?

You have tried to assign company code &V1& to ledger &V2&. You cannot
perform this assignment. This could be due to the following:
a) Company code &V1& does not exist.
b) The ledger &V2& - company code &V1& assignment already exists.

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

System Response

How to fix this error?

Check your entry.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

GG018 - Details

• The SAP error message GG018, which states "Correct the entry for the company code," typically occurs when there is an issue with the company code configuration or the data entry related to it. Here are some common causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Company Code: The company code entered may not exist in the system or may have been incorrectly entered.
  Inactive Company Code: The company code might be inactive or not properly configured in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or modify the company code.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be typographical errors in the company code field.
  
  Configuration Issues: The company code may not be properly set up in the relevant modules (e.g., Financial Accounting, Controlling).
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Company Code: Check the company code entered for any typographical errors. Ensure that it matches the existing company codes in the system.
  Check Company Code Status: Go