How To Fix OB400 - Comp.Code &1 of current license and &2 of follow-on lic. &3 aren't equal.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OB - IS-OIL Downstream TDP messages

• Message number: 400

• Message text: Comp.Code &1 of current license and &2 of follow-on lic. &3 aren't equal.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OB400 - Comp.Code &1 of current license and &2 of follow-on lic. &3 aren't equal. ?

  The SAP error message OB400 indicates a discrepancy between the company code associated with the current license and the follow-on license. This error typically arises in the context of financial accounting or controlling when there is an inconsistency in the configuration or data related to company codes and licenses.
  Cause:
  
  Mismatch in Company Codes: The error occurs when the company code specified in the current license does not match the company code in the follow-on license.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration settings of the SAP system, particularly in the licensing or company code settings.
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect data entry during the setup of licenses or company codes can lead to this error.
  Transport Issues: If the system has been transported from one environment to another (e.g., from development to production), inconsistencies may arise.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check License Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code OB40 to review the license configuration.
  Ensure that the company codes in the current license and follow-on license are correctly set and match.
  
  
  
  Correct Company Code Assignment:
  
  If there is a mismatch, update the company code in either the current license or the follow-on license to ensure they are the same.
  
  
  
  Review Transport Requests:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport requests to ensure that all necessary objects were transported correctly and that there are no missing configurations.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to licensing and company code configurations for any specific instructions or known issues.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the configurations, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  OB40: To maintain the license configuration.
  OBY6: To check company code settings.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  Documentation: Review the SAP Financial Accounting (FI) and Controlling (CO) documentation for best practices on license management and company code configuration.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the OB400 error and ensure that your SAP system's licensing configuration is correct.