How To Fix RW304 - Cross-company code postings not defined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RW - Interface to Accounting

• Message number: 304

• Message text: Cross-company code postings not defined

What causes this issue?

Fast Input: Cross-company code postings are not possible.

System Response

No Fast Input processing can be completed.

How to fix this error?

You must use standard batch input options.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RW304 - Cross-company code postings not defined ?

  The SAP error message RW304 ("Cross-company code postings not defined") typically occurs when you attempt to post a transaction that involves multiple company codes, but the system is not configured to allow such cross-company code postings. This can happen in various modules, such as Financial Accounting (FI) or Controlling (CO), when the necessary settings are not in place.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The primary cause of this error is that the cross-company code settings have not been defined in the system. This means that the system does not know how to handle transactions that involve multiple company codes.
  Incorrect Account Assignment: The accounts being used in the transaction may not be set up to allow cross-company code postings.
  Company Code Settings: The company codes involved may not be configured to allow inter-company transactions.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the RW304 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Cross-Company Code Settings:
  
  Go to the transaction code OBY6 (or navigate through the menu: Financial Accounting > General Ledger > Master Data > G/L Account > Preparation > Define Cross-Company Code Settings).
  Ensure that the necessary settings for cross-company code postings are defined.
  
  
  
  Define Intercompany Settings:
  
  If you are dealing with inter-company transactions, ensure that the inter-company settings are properly configured. This can be done in the transaction code OBYA (or through the menu: Financial Accounting > General Ledger > Master Data > G/L Account > Preparation > Define Intercompany Settings).
  
  
  
  Check Account Configuration:
  
  Verify that the accounts being used in the transaction are set up to allow cross-company code postings. This can be checked in the G/L account master data (transaction code FS00).
  
  
  
  Review Company Code Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the company codes involved in the transaction are properly configured to allow cross-company code transactions. This can be checked in the transaction code OBY6.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to cross-company code postings for additional guidance and best practices.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the transaction again to ensure that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OBY6, OBYA, and FS00 for configuration and account management.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific patches or updates related to this error message.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform cross-company code postings.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help Portal for detailed documentation on cross-company code postings and related configurations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RW304 error and successfully perform cross-company code postings in SAP.