How To Fix GG022 - You cannot create global company &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 022

• Message text: You cannot create global company &

What causes this issue?

Names that begin with 'SAP' are reserved for SAP. You are not therefore
allowed to create global companies that begin with 'SAP'.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Create a global company that does not begin with the prefix 'SAP'.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GG022 - You cannot create global company & ?

  The SAP error message GG022, which states "You cannot create global company &," typically occurs when there are issues related to the configuration of the global company settings in the SAP system. This error can arise during the attempt to create a new global company in the SAP system, particularly in the context of SAP Financial Accounting (FI) or Controlling (CO) modules.
  Causes of Error GG022
  
  
  Missing Configuration: The global company may not be properly configured in the system. This includes missing entries in the relevant tables or settings that define the global company structure.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user attempting to create the global company may not have the necessary authorizations or roles assigned to perform this action.
  
  
  Existing Global Company: There may already be a global company with the same identifier or name, leading to a conflict.
  
  
  System Settings: Certain system settings or parameters may prevent the creation of a new global company, such as restrictions in the client settings.
  
  
  Technical Issues: There could be underlying technical issues, such as database constraints or inconsistencies in the system.
  
  
  Solutions to Error GG022
  
  
  Check Configuration: Verify that the global company configuration is complete and correct. This includes checking the relevant customizing settings in the SAP system.
  
  
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to create a global company. This may involve checking user roles and permissions in the SAP system.
  
  
  Check for Existing Companies: Look for any existing global companies that may conflict with the new one you are trying to create. You can do this by reviewing the list of global companies in the system.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on creating global companies and any prerequisites that must be met.
  
  
  System Settings Review: Check the system settings and parameters that may affect the creation of global companies. This may involve consulting with your SAP Basis team.
  
  
  Technical Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error.
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OX15 (for defining global company) and OX16 (for maintaining company codes) to navigate the configuration settings.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to error GG022 for any specific fixes or recommendations provided by SAP.
  
  
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the error message GG022 in your SAP system.