How To Fix PM297 - First selected company code reached

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PM - Extended Payment Functions

• Message number: 297

• Message text: First selected company code reached

What causes this issue?

The planning closing balances are displayed for each company code and
currency after closing the optimization, in other words a new company
code or new currency always begins on a new page. The number of
currency codes included in the optimization can be smaller than the
number entered on the selection screen. This is the case if not all
selected currency codes in account table TTRCD are maintained and no
payments for these currency codes are saved in the system. The currency
code displayed can be the first although currency codes were selected
on the selection dynpro that are smaller 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 PM297 - First selected company code reached ?

  The SAP error message PM297, "First selected company code reached," typically occurs in the context of asset accounting or when dealing with company codes in SAP. This error indicates that the system has reached the first company code in a selection list, and there are no further company codes to process.
  Cause:
  
  Selection Criteria: The error often arises when a user is trying to execute a report or transaction that involves multiple company codes, but the selection criteria are set in such a way that only one company code is available or selected.
  Data Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of company codes in the system, such as missing or incorrectly set up company codes.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access certain company codes, leading to the system stopping at the first available one.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Selection Criteria: Review the selection criteria used in the transaction or report. Ensure that multiple company codes are selected if that is the intended action.
  Verify Company Code Configuration: Go to the configuration settings in SAP and ensure that all relevant company codes are properly set up and active.
  User Authorizations: Check the user roles and authorizations to ensure that the user has access to all the necessary company codes. This can be done through transaction codes like SU01 (User Maintenance) or PFCG (Role Maintenance).
  Transaction Settings: If applicable, check the settings of the specific transaction or report to ensure it is configured to handle multiple company codes correctly.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OX15 (to maintain company codes) and OX02 (to change company codes).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP Notes can provide additional context or solutions.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files related to asset accounting or the specific module you are working with for more detailed guidance.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.