How To Fix GHO_OWNERSHIP_BO031 - Company Code is not valid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GHO_OWNERSHIP_BO -

• Message number: 031

• Message text: Company Code is not valid

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GHO_OWNERSHIP_BO031 - Company Code is not valid ?

  The SAP error message GHO_OWNERSHIP_BO031: Company Code is not valid typically occurs when there is an issue with the company code being referenced in a transaction or process. Here are some potential causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Company Code: The company code entered may not exist in the system or may have been mistyped.
  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 the specified company code.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the system that prevent the company code from being recognized.
  Data Consistency Issues: There could be inconsistencies in the master data or transactional data related to the company code.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Verify Company Code:
  
  Check the company code entered in the transaction. Ensure it is correct and exists in the system.
  You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration or master data area in SAP (e.g., using transaction code OBY6 to view company codes).
  
  
  
  Check Company Code Status:
  
  Ensure that the company code is active. You can check this in the company code configuration settings.
  If the company code is inactive, you may need to activate it or consult with your SAP administrator.
  
  
  
  Review User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the company code. This can be checked in the user roles and profiles assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Configuration Review:
  
  Review the configuration settings related to the company code in the SAP system. Ensure that all necessary settings are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Perform a data consistency check to identify any inconsistencies related to the company code. This may involve checking related master data or transactional data.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on the specific transaction or process you are working with.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OBY6 (to manage company codes), OBC4 (to check company code settings), and SU01 (to manage user authorizations).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for relevant notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the GHO_OWNERSHIP_BO031 error message in SAP.