How To Fix RP837 - Company code specified cannot be used (funds center)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RP - Error Messages for Infotype Module Pools

• Message number: 837

• Message text: Company code specified cannot be used (funds center)

What causes this issue?

With active <DS:SIMG.OHP7_0700>Integration of HR Funds and Position
Management with Funds Management</> all the company codes of an
employee must be assigned to the same FM area in the cost distribution
infotype. This FM area must be identical to the FM area that is derived
from the organizational assignment (infotype 0001) of the employee.

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?

Please use a permitted company code.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RP837 - Company code specified cannot be used (funds center) ?

  The SAP error message RP837 ("Company code specified cannot be used (funds center)") typically occurs in the context of budgetary control and funds management within SAP. This error indicates that the company code you are trying to use is not valid for the specified funds center. Here are the potential causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Company Code: The company code specified in the transaction does not exist or is not correctly entered.
  Funds Center Configuration: The funds center may not be assigned to the specified company code in the configuration settings.
  Inactive Company Code: The company code might be inactive or not set up properly in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified company code or funds center.
  Master Data Issues: The funds center master data may not be correctly maintained or may be missing for the specified company code.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Company Code: Check the company code entered in the transaction. Ensure it is correct and exists in the system.
  Check Funds Center Assignment: Go to the configuration settings in SAP (transaction code SPRO) and verify that the funds center is correctly assigned to the company code. This can typically be found under:
  
  Public Sector Management > Funds Management > Master Data > Funds Center > Define Funds Centers.
  
  
  Activate Company Code: If the company code is inactive, you may need to activate it or ensure it is properly configured.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the company code and funds center. This can be checked with the security team or through transaction SU53.
  Maintain Master Data: If the funds center is missing or incorrectly maintained, you may need to create or update the funds center master data.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like FMX1 (Create Funds Center), FMX2 (Change Funds Center), and FMX3 (Display Funds Center) to manage funds centers.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on funds management and company code configuration.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in SAP Funds Management.