How To Fix AO094 - WBS elem. &3 belongs to controlling area &2 not &1 - please correct

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AO - Appropriation requests - Master data / Customizing

• Message number: 094

• Message text: WBS elem. &3 belongs to controlling area &2 not &1 - please correct

What causes this issue?

You want to assign WBS element &V3& to the appropriation request.
However, the WBS element is assigned to controlling area &V2&, whereas
the appropriation request is assigned to controlling area &V1&.

System Response

You can only assign measures that belong to controlling area &V1& as
the appropriation request does.

How to fix this error?

Assign a different WBS element, or check the controlling area
assignment of WBS element &V3& and of the appropriation request.
Under certain conditions, you can also change the controlling area of
appropriation request. These special conditions are met when all of the
following are the case:
the request does not have plan values
it is not assigned to an investment program
it does not have any other measures assigned to it
Check if you can still change the controlling area in the
organizational assignments.
Check also if you can use the function for creating a WBS element.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AO094 - WBS elem. &3 belongs to controlling area &2 not &1 - please correct ?

  The SAP error message AO094 indicates that there is a mismatch between the controlling area of a Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) element and the controlling area of the transaction or document you are trying to process. Specifically, the error message states that the WBS element belongs to a different controlling area than the one you are currently working with.
  Cause:
  
  Controlling Area Mismatch: The WBS element you are trying to use is assigned to a different controlling area than the one defined in your current transaction.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration of the project or the controlling area settings may not be aligned properly.
  Data Entry Error: There may have been an error in data entry where the wrong WBS element was selected.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify WBS Element: Check the WBS element in question to confirm its assigned controlling area. You can do this by navigating to the WBS element in the Project System (PS) module and reviewing its details.
  Check Controlling Area: Ensure that the controlling area you are working with in your transaction matches the controlling area of the WBS element. You can find the controlling area in the project definition or in the settings of the transaction you are using.
  Correct the Transaction: If you are in the wrong controlling area, switch to the correct one that matches the WBS element. This may involve changing the project or the settings in your transaction.
  Consult Configuration: If you are unsure about the configuration, consult with your SAP administrator or a consultant to ensure that the controlling areas and WBS elements are set up correctly.
  Use the Correct WBS Element: If the WBS element is indeed incorrect for the transaction, select the appropriate WBS element that belongs to the current controlling area.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like CJ20N (Project Builder) or CJ03 (Display WBS) to view and manage WBS elements.
  Controlling Area Settings: Review the settings in the controlling area configuration (transaction code OKKP) to ensure that they are set up correctly.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more detailed information on managing WBS elements and controlling areas.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the AO094 error and proceed with your transaction.