How To Fix >U528 - Different company code groups for accounts &1 and &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: >U -

• Message number: 528

• Message text: Different company code groups for accounts &1 and &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message >U528 - Different company code groups for accounts &1 and &2 ?

  The SAP error message U528 indicates that there is a mismatch in the company code groups for the accounts involved in a transaction. This typically occurs when you are trying to post a transaction that involves multiple accounts that belong to different company code groups, which is not allowed in SAP.
  Cause:
  The error arises when:
  
  You are attempting to post a transaction (like a journal entry) that involves accounts from different company codes that are not allowed to be combined.
  The accounts involved are set up in different company code groups, which means they are treated as separate entities in the financial system.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Account Configuration:
  
  Verify the configuration of the accounts involved in the transaction. Ensure that both accounts belong to the same company code group.
  You can check the account settings in the SAP transaction code FS00 (G/L Account Master Record) to see the company code and group settings.
  
  
  
  Adjust the Transaction:
  
  If the accounts are indeed from different company codes, you will need to adjust your transaction to ensure that all accounts belong to the same company code group.
  This may involve splitting the transaction into separate postings for each company code.
  
  
  
  Review Company Code Group Settings:
  
  Check the settings for company code groups in the configuration. You can do this in the transaction code OBY6 (Define Company Code Group).
  Ensure that the company code groups are set up correctly and that the accounts are assigned to the appropriate groups.
  
  
  
  Consult with Your SAP Administrator:
  
  If you are unsure about the configuration or how to proceed, consult with your SAP administrator or a financial consultant who is familiar with your organization's SAP setup.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  FS00: G/L Account Master Record
  OBY6: Define Company Code Group
  FB50: G/L Account Document Entry (for posting)
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on company codes and account groups.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check SAP Notes for any specific patches or updates related to this error message, as there may be known issues or fixes provided by SAP.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the U528 error and take appropriate action to resolve it.