How To Fix U0080 - Company code "&" is invalid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: U0 - Correction checks, on demand checks

• Message number: 080

• Message text: Company code "&" is invalid

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message U0080 - Company code "&" is invalid ?

  The SAP error message U0080, which states "Company code '&' is invalid," typically occurs when you are trying to perform an action in SAP that involves a company code that the system does not recognize as valid. This can happen for several reasons:
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Company Code: The company code you are trying to use may be misspelled or does not exist in the system.
  Inactive Company Code: The company code may exist but is not active or has been marked for deletion.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified company code.
  Configuration Issues: The company code may not be properly configured in the system settings.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system, there may be inconsistencies or errors in the company code data.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Company Code: Check the spelling and ensure that the company code you are using is correct. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration or master data screens in SAP.
  Check Company Code Status: Go to the transaction code OBY6 (or SPRO for configuration) to check if the company code is active. If it is inactive, you may need to activate it.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the company code. This can be checked by the system administrator or through transaction SU53 to analyze authorization issues.
  Configuration Review: Review the configuration settings for the company code in the SAP system to ensure everything is set up correctly.
  Consult with IT Support: If the issue persists, consult with your SAP support team or IT department to investigate further, especially if it relates to data migration or system configuration.
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  OBY6: To check and manage company codes.
  SPRO: To access the SAP Reference IMG for configuration.
  SU53: To analyze authorization issues.
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on company code configuration and management.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the U0080 error message in SAP.