How To Fix GU799 - Check your entry for company code/global company

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GU - FI-SL utilities

• Message number: 799

• Message text: Check your entry for company code/global company

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GU799 - Check your entry for company code/global company ?

  The SAP error message GU799, which states "Check your entry for company code/global company," typically occurs when there is an issue with the company code or global company settings in the SAP system. This error can arise in various contexts, such as during the creation of financial documents, configuration of company codes, or when executing certain transactions.
  Causes of Error GU799
  
  Invalid Company Code: The company code entered may not exist in the system or may have been incorrectly entered.
  Inactive Company Code: The company code might be inactive or not properly configured in the system.
  Missing Global Company Assignment: The company code may not be assigned to a global company, which is necessary for certain transactions.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or modify the company code.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration settings related to company codes or global companies in the SAP system.
  
  Solutions to Error GU799
  
  
  Verify Company Code:
  
  Check if the company code you are entering is valid and exists in the system.
  Ensure that there are no typographical errors in the company code entry.
  
  
  
  Check Company Code Status:
  
  Go to the transaction code OBY6 (or SPRO for configuration) to check the status of the company code.
  Ensure that the company code is active and properly configured.
  
  
  
  Global Company Assignment:
  
  Ensure that the company code is assigned to a global company. You can check this in the configuration settings under Enterprise Structure > Definition > Financial Accounting > Define Company Code.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the company code. This can be checked with the help of your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Configuration Review:
  
  Review the configuration settings related to company codes and global companies to ensure everything is set up correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help files for additional context on the error and its resolution.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  Transaction Codes: Common transaction codes related to company codes include OBY6 (Define Company Code), OBC4 (Assign Company Code to Company), and SPRO (SAP Reference IMG).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the GU799 error in your SAP system.