How To Fix PM296 - Last selected company code reached

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PM - Extended Payment Functions

• Message number: 296

• Message text: Last selected company code reached

What causes this issue?

The cash management final balances are displayed on the screen for each
company code and currency after optimization. This means that a new
company code or currency always begins on new page. However, the number
of company codes taken into account by optimization can be smaller than
the number of the company codes entered on the selection screen. This
is the case if not all selected company codes are maintained in the
account table TTRCD and if no payments are saved in the system for
these company codes. The company code displayed can therefore be the
last one although company codes were selected on the selection screen
that are larger than the one displayed.

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?

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PM296 - Last selected company code reached ?

  The SAP error message PM296 "Last selected company code reached" typically occurs in the context of the Plant Maintenance (PM) module when a user attempts to access or create a new order or record, but the system has already reached the limit of company codes that can be processed in a single session.
  Cause:
  
  Session Limit: SAP has a limit on the number of company codes that can be accessed in a single session. If you have already accessed the maximum number of company codes allowed, you will encounter this error.
  User Configuration: The user profile or settings may restrict access to multiple company codes, leading to this error when trying to switch or create records in a different company code.
  Transaction Context: The error may arise when trying to perform a transaction that is not valid for the current company code context.
  
  Solution:
  
  End Current Session: Log out of the current session and log back in. This can reset the company code context and allow you to start fresh.
  Switch Company Code: If you need to work with a different company code, ensure that you switch to that company code properly using the appropriate transaction codes (e.g., using IW31 for creating work orders).
  Check User Authorizations: Ensure that your user profile has the necessary authorizations to access multiple company codes. You may need to contact your SAP administrator to verify and adjust your user roles.
  Use Different Sessions: If you need to work with multiple company codes simultaneously, consider opening multiple SAP GUI sessions, each logged into a different company code.
  Review Configuration: If this issue persists, it may be necessary to review the system configuration or consult with your SAP Basis team to ensure that the system settings allow for the required company code access.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific patches or updates related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common issues.
  Documentation: Review the SAP documentation for the PM module to understand how company codes are managed and any limitations that may apply.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on how to properly navigate between company codes and understand the implications of their selections in the system.
  
  If the problem persists after trying these solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support for further assistance.