How To Fix KM589 - The company code assignment is valid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KM - Error messages for Profit Center Accounting

• Message number: 589

• Message text: The company code assignment is valid

What causes this issue?

The changes you have made to the company code assignment are valid.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KM589 - The company code assignment is valid ?

  The SAP error message KM589, which states "The company code assignment is valid," typically occurs in the context of financial transactions or when working with cost centers, profit centers, or internal orders. This error indicates that there is an issue with the assignment of a company code to a particular object, such as a cost center or internal order.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Company Code Assignment: The object you are trying to use (e.g., cost center, internal order) may not be correctly assigned to the company code you are working with.
  Inactive or Missing Master Data: The master data for the cost center, internal order, or profit center may be inactive or not created for the specified company code.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the controlling (CO) module or financial accounting (FI) module that prevent the proper assignment of company codes.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data that need to be resolved, such as missing links between the company code and the relevant master data.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Master Data: Verify that the cost center, internal order, or profit center is correctly created and assigned to the appropriate company code. You can do this by navigating to the relevant master data transaction (e.g., KS01 for cost centers).
  Review Company Code Assignment: Ensure that the company code is correctly assigned in the configuration settings. You can check this in the configuration settings under the controlling area.
  Activate Master Data: If the master data is inactive, you may need to activate it. This can usually be done in the master data maintenance transaction.
  Consult Configuration: If you suspect a configuration issue, consult with your SAP configuration team to ensure that the settings for company code assignments are correct.
  Check for Data Consistency: Run any necessary reports or transactions to check for data consistency and resolve any discrepancies.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as KS01 (Create Cost Center), KS02 (Change Cost Center), and KS03 (Display Cost Center).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to company code assignments and master data management in the CO and FI modules.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to create or modify the relevant master data.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.