How To Fix VF162 - Please check Customizing for cross-company.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VF - Billing

• Message number: 162

• Message text: Please check Customizing for cross-company.

What causes this issue?

The system checks whether this is a cross-company situation, which means
that it checks whether two different company codes exist and whether
billing status has been set to intercompany billing.

How to fix this error?

Check in Customizing under <LS>Sales and Distribution-> Billing->
Intercompany billing</> to make sure all necessary settings have been
made.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VF162 - Please check Customizing for cross-company. ?

  The SAP error message VF162 ("Please check Customizing for cross-company") typically occurs in the context of billing documents and indicates that there is an issue with the configuration related to cross-company transactions. This error can arise when you are trying to create a billing document that involves multiple company codes, and the system cannot find the necessary configuration to support this.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The most common cause is that the necessary customizing settings for cross-company billing are not properly configured in the SAP system.
  Company Code Settings: The company codes involved in the transaction may not be set up correctly to allow cross-company transactions.
  Sales Area Configuration: The sales area configuration may not be aligned with the company codes involved.
  Intercompany Billing: If the transaction is intended to be an intercompany billing, the relevant settings for intercompany processes may not be in place.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the VF162 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Customizing Settings:
  
  Go to the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide (IMG) and navigate to:
  
  Sales and Distribution -> Billing -> Intercompany Billing -> Define Intercompany Billing.
  
  
  Ensure that the necessary settings for intercompany billing are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Verify Company Code Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration of the involved company codes:
  
  Financial Accounting -> General Ledger Accounting -> Master Data -> G/L Accounts -> Edit G/L Account Centrally.
  
  
  Ensure that the company codes are set up to allow cross-company transactions.
  
  
  
  Sales Area Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the sales area (Sales Organization, Distribution Channel, Division) is correctly defined and linked to the relevant company codes.
  
  
  
  Check Customer Master Data:
  
  Verify that the customer master data is correctly set up for the involved company codes. Ensure that the customer is assigned to the correct sales area and company code.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  After making any necessary changes, test the configuration by attempting to create the billing document again.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If the issue persists, consult SAP documentation or reach out to your SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like SPRO (to access the IMG) and VF01 (to create billing documents) to navigate through the necessary configurations.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to VF162 or cross-company billing.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform cross-company transactions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the VF162 error in your SAP system.