How To Fix KM833 - Company code is invalid; see long text

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 833

• Message text: Company code is invalid; see long text

What causes this issue?

At least one of the company codes that you have entered either does not
exist or is not assigned to a controlling area.

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?

Note:
Only enter valid company codes that exist and that are assigned to the
set controlling area. Use the input help for this.
In order that the system automatically selects all of the company codes
that are assigned to the set controlling area, do <ZH>not</> enter a
company code. Note, however, that this increases the data volume
selected.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KM833 - Company code is invalid; see long text ?

  The SAP error message KM833 indicates that the company code you are trying to use is invalid. This error typically occurs in the context of financial transactions, such as when posting documents or executing reports that require a valid company code.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Company Code: The company code entered may not exist in the system or may have been mistyped.
  Inactive Company Code: The company code might be inactive or not properly configured in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified company code.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the company code in the SAP system, such as missing settings or incomplete data.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Company Code: Check the company code you are entering for any typographical errors. Ensure that it matches the valid company codes in the system.
  Check Company Code Status: Go to the transaction code OBY6 (or SPRO for configuration) to check if the company code is active and properly configured.
  User Authorizations: Ensure 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: If you have access, review the configuration settings for the company code in the SAP system to ensure that all required settings are complete.
  Consult Documentation: If the issue persists, refer to the SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  OBY6: To check and manage company codes.
  SPRO: To access the SAP Reference IMG for configuration.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Roles: Review user roles and profiles to ensure that they include access to the relevant company codes.
  
  If the problem continues after following these steps, it may be necessary to escalate the issue to your SAP support team or consult with an SAP expert for further investigation.