How To Fix AP106 - Functional location &1 does not belong to controlling area &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AP - Investment program messages

• Message number: 106

• Message text: Functional location &1 does not belong to controlling area &2

What causes this issue?

The functional location &V1& does not belong to the controlling
area &V2& of the capital investment program position. Instead it
belongs to controlling area &V3&.

System Response

The allocation is not allowed.

How to fix this error?

Correct your entry.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AP106 - Functional location &1 does not belong to controlling area &2 ?

  The SAP error message AP106 indicates that there is a mismatch between the functional location and the controlling area in the system. This typically occurs when you are trying to perform an operation (like posting costs or creating a maintenance order) that involves a functional location that is not assigned to the specified controlling area.
  Cause:
  
  Functional Location Assignment: The functional location you are trying to use is not assigned to the controlling area you are working with. Each functional location is linked to a specific controlling area, and if you attempt to use a functional location in a different controlling area, this error will occur.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the system where the functional location is not properly set up in the controlling area.
  Data Entry Errors: There could be a mistake in the data entry where the wrong functional location or controlling area is being referenced.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Functional Location Assignment:
  
  Go to the transaction code IL03 (Display Functional Location) and enter the functional location in question.
  Check the details to see which controlling area it is assigned to.
  Ensure that the controlling area you are using in your transaction matches the one assigned to the functional location.
  
  
  
  Correct the Controlling Area:
  
  If you find that the functional location is assigned to a different controlling area, you may need to either:
  
  Change the controlling area in your transaction to match the functional location.
  Reassign the functional location to the correct controlling area if that is appropriate for your business process.
  
  
  
  
  
  Configuration Review:
  
  If you have the necessary authorizations, review the configuration settings in the SAP system to ensure that functional locations are correctly set up in the relevant controlling areas.
  This may involve checking the configuration in the Enterprise Structure settings.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP documentation for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  IL03: Display Functional Location
  IL01: Create Functional Location
  IL02: Change Functional Location
  
  
  Controlling Area Configuration: You can check the controlling area settings in the configuration menu under Controlling > General Controlling > Master Data > Cost Center > Define Controlling Area.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the AP106 error and implement a solution to resolve it.