How To Fix REMMMN017 - Company code &1 is not a reference company code

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: REMMMN - Messages for Mandate Master Data

• Message number: 017

• Message text: Company code &1 is not a reference company code

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message REMMMN017 - Company code &1 is not a reference company code ?

  The SAP error message REMMMN017 indicates that the specified company code (denoted as &1 in the error message) is not recognized as a reference company code in the system. This typically occurs in the context of financial or controlling modules where company codes are involved in transactions or configurations.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Company Code: The company code you are trying to use may not be set up as a reference company code in the system.
  Configuration Issues: The company code may not have been properly configured in the system settings, or it may not be assigned as a reference company code in the relevant configuration settings.
  Data Entry Error: There might be a typographical error in the company code entered in the transaction.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Company Code Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP (Transaction Code: SPRO).
  Navigate to the relevant section for Financial Accounting (FI) or Controlling (CO) and check the settings for company codes.
  Ensure that the company code in question is set up correctly and is marked as a reference company code if required.
  
  
  
  Verify Company Code:
  
  Double-check the company code you are entering to ensure it is correct and exists in the system.
  You can use Transaction Code: OX02 to view and manage company codes.
  
  
  
  Assign Reference Company Code:
  
  If the company code needs to be a reference company code, you may need to assign it as such in the configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on how to configure reference company codes.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP directly for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OX02 (for company code settings) and SPRO (for configuration).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to view and modify company code settings.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.