How To Fix GLE_ECS_AL055 - Item &1 has fiscal year &2, but company code &3 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GLE_ECS_AL -

• Message number: 055

• Message text: Item &1 has fiscal year &2, but company code &3 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GLE_ECS_AL055 - Item &1 has fiscal year &2, but company code &3 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message GLE_ECS_AL055 indicates that there is a mismatch between the fiscal year of the item being processed and the company code in the system. Specifically, the error states that the item has a fiscal year that does not correspond to an existing company code in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Company Code: The company code specified in the transaction does not exist in the system or is not properly configured.
  Fiscal Year Configuration: The fiscal year for the item may not be set up correctly in the system for the specified company code.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a typographical error in the company code or fiscal year entered during the transaction.
  Inactive Company Code: The company code might be inactive or not available for the fiscal year in question.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Verify Company Code: Check if the company code specified in the error message exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration or using transaction codes like OBY6 (for company code settings).
  
  
  Check Fiscal Year Settings: Ensure that the fiscal year for the company code is correctly defined. You can check this in the configuration settings under Financial Accounting (FI) > Financial Accounting Global Settings > Fiscal Year > Define Fiscal Year Variant.
  
  
  Correct Data Entry: Review the transaction data for any typographical errors in the company code or fiscal year. Make sure that the values entered are correct.
  
  
  Activate Company Code: If the company code is inactive, you may need to activate it or ensure that it is available for the fiscal year you are trying to process.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the configuration, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP administrator or functional consultant for guidance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OBY6 for company code settings and OB29 for fiscal year variant settings.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and modify company code and fiscal year settings.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the GLE_ECS_AL055 error and ensure that the fiscal year and company code are correctly aligned in your SAP system.