How To Fix GLO_FIN_TAX_INVC_HDR087 - Company code &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GLO_FIN_TAX_INVC_HDR - Message Class of Tax Invoice Management

• Message number: 087

• Message text: Company code &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GLO_FIN_TAX_INVC_HDR087 - Company code &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message GLO_FIN_TAX_INVC_HDR087 indicates that the company code specified in the transaction does not exist in the system. This error typically arises during financial transactions, such as invoicing or tax-related processes, where a valid company code is required.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Company Code: The company code entered in the transaction does not match any existing company codes in the SAP system.
  Company Code Not Created: The company code may not have been created in the system yet.
  Company Code Deactivation: The company code might have been deactivated or marked for deletion.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified company code.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Company Code: Check the company code entered in the transaction. Ensure that it is correct and matches the format expected by the system.
  Check Company Code Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP transaction code OBY6 (or SPRO -> Financial Accounting -> General Settings -> Company Code -> Define Company Code) to verify if the company code exists.
  If it does not exist, you may need to create it using the appropriate configuration steps.
  
  
  Activate Company Code: If the company code exists but is inactive, you may need to activate it.
  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.
  Consult with SAP Basis or Security Team: If you suspect authorization issues, consult with your SAP Basis or security team to ensure that the user has the correct roles assigned.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  OBY6: To check and define company codes.
  SPRO: To access the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on company code configuration and financial transactions.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the error message GLO_FIN_TAX_INVC_HDR087.