How To Fix GU164 - Company code & does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GU - FI-SL utilities

• Message number: 164

• Message text: Company code & does not exist

What causes this issue?

Company code &v1& does not exist.

System Response

The data is not updated in the central system.

How to fix this error?

Check the definition of company code &v1& in configuration.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GU164 - Company code & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message GU164 indicates that the specified company code does not exist in the system. This error typically occurs when you are trying to perform a transaction or access data related to a company code that has not been defined or is not active in the SAP system.
  Cause:
  
  Non-existent Company Code: The company code you are trying to use has not been created in the system.
  Inactive Company Code: The company code exists but is not active or has been marked for deletion.
  Incorrect Input: There may be a typographical error in the company code you entered.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified company code.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Company Code Configuration:
  
  Go to the 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 will need to create it using the same transaction.
  
  
  
  Activate Company Code:
  
  If the company code exists but is inactive, you may need to activate it. This can also be done in the configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Verify Input:
  
  Double-check the company code you entered for any typographical errors. Ensure that you are using the correct code.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that your user profile has the necessary authorizations to access the company code. You may need to contact your SAP security administrator for assistance.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the company code or its status, consult your organization's SAP documentation or reach out to your SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  OBY6: Define Company Code
  SPRO: Access the SAP Reference IMG for configuration settings.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or additional guidance related to this error message.
  
  
  User Roles: Review user roles and authorizations in transaction SU01 to ensure proper access rights.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the GU164 error and successfully work with the desired company code in SAP.