How To Fix GG118 - Reference global company & is not defined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 118

• Message text: Reference global company & is not defined

What causes this issue?

The global company to be copied is not defined in table T880.

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?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GG118 - Reference global company & is not defined ?

  The SAP error message GG118, which states "Reference global company & is not defined," typically occurs in the context of financial or controlling modules when there is an issue with the configuration of global companies or the reference company settings in your SAP system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The global company that is referenced in the transaction or report is not defined in the system. This could happen if the global company was never set up or if it was deleted or deactivated.
  Incorrect Settings: There may be incorrect settings in the configuration of the company code or the global company.
  Data Inconsistency: There might be inconsistencies in the master data or configuration that lead to the system not recognizing the global company.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Global Company Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP (Transaction Code: SPRO).
  Navigate to Enterprise Structure > Definition > Financial Accounting > Define Global Company.
  Ensure that the global company in question is defined correctly.
  
  
  
  Define Reference Global Company:
  
  If the global company is not defined, you will need to create it. Make sure to enter all necessary details such as the company code, currency, and other relevant information.
  
  
  
  Review Company Code Settings:
  
  Check the settings for the company code that is associated with the global company. Ensure that it is correctly linked to the global company.
  
  
  
  Check for Data Consistency:
  
  Run consistency checks on your financial data to ensure there are no discrepancies that could be causing the error.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to global company settings for any additional configuration steps that may be required.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the configuration, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO (for configuration), OX15 (for defining company codes), and OX16 (for defining global companies).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify company settings.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the GG118 error and ensure that your global company settings are correctly configured in SAP.