How To Fix M8620 - Company code & is not defined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M8 - Invoice Verification/Valuation

• Message number: 620

• Message text: Company code & is not defined

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M8620 - Company code & is not defined ?

  The SAP error message M8620, which states "Company code & is not defined," typically occurs when the system cannot find the specified company code in the configuration. This can happen in various scenarios, such as during the creation of a document, posting transactions, or when trying to access certain reports.
  Cause:
  
  Company Code Not Defined: The company code you are trying to use has not been defined in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The company code may not be properly configured in the SAP system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified company code.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a typographical error in the company code entered.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Company Code Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code OBY6 (or SPRO -> Financial Accounting -> General Settings -> Define Company Code) to verify if the company code is defined.
  If it is not defined, you will need to create it.
  
  
  
  Create Company Code:
  
  If the company code does not exist, you can create it by following the steps in the configuration menu.
  Ensure that all necessary details (like name, address, currency, etc.) are filled out correctly.
  
  
  
  Verify User Authorizations:
  
  Check if the user has the necessary authorizations to access the company code. This can be done by reviewing the user roles and authorizations in transaction SU01.
  
  
  
  Check for Typographical Errors:
  
  Double-check the company code entered in the transaction to ensure there are no typos or incorrect entries.
  
  
  
  Transport Requests:
  
  If the company code was recently created or modified, ensure that the changes have been transported correctly to the relevant environment (e.g., from development to production).
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  OBY6: Define Company Code
  SPRO: Access the SAP Reference IMG for configuration
  SU01: User Maintenance
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed steps on defining and managing company codes.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis or functional team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the M8620 error and ensure that the company code is properly defined and accessible in your SAP system.