π How to Create a Company in SAP FICO: A Beginner's Guide from Unite Academy


π What is a Company in SAP FICO?
In SAP, a company is the top organizational unit for which financial statements like the Balance Sheet and Profit & Loss Account are created. It may consist of one or more company codes.
Creating a company is the first step in configuring the financial structure of a business in SAP.
π οΈ Step-by-Step Guide to Create a Company in SAP FICO
Transaction Code: OX15
πΉ Step 1: Access SPRO
- Navigate to:
SPRO β SAP Reference IMG β Enterprise Structure β Definition β Financial Accounting β Define Company
πΉ Step 2: Create New Company
Click on New Entries
Fill in the following fields:
Company ID: A 6-character unique identifier (e.g.,
UNITE1
)Company Name: Full legal name of the company
Street, PO Box, Postal Code, City, Country, Language, Currency β Provide valid details as per your organization.
πΉ Step 3: Save the Entry
After entering all the required fields, click on Save.
SAP will ask for a customizing request β create a new one or use an existing request and confirm.
π Done! Your company is now created in SAP.
π Key Notes
Company Code vs. Company: Donβt confuse the two β Company is the highest level, while Company Code is used for external reporting.
Make sure your entries are compliant with accounting standards applicable in the country of operation.
Always document configuration steps for audit and compliance purposes.
π‘ Why Learn SAP FICO from Unite Academy?
My SAP FICO journey began with Unite Academy, and I cannot emphasize enough how structured and hands-on their approach is. From basic concepts to complex configurations, the training included real-time examples, practical scenarios, and simulation projects.
If you're looking to build a career in SAP or upgrade your finance skills β Unite Academy is a great place to start.
π Conclusion
Creating a company in SAP FICO is a fundamental step toward setting up your enterprise structure in SAP. Mastering this and other core configurations will set a strong foundation for your SAP career.
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Tani Arora
Tani Arora
πΌ SAP FICO Enthusiast | Finance & Accountancy Graduate I am a recent graduate in Finance and Accountancy with a strong foundation in financial principles and accounting practices. Skilled in SAP FICO, I am passionate about leveraging ERP tools to streamline financial operations and support business decision-making. Eager to contribute my knowledge and grow as an SAP professional in a dynamic work environment.