How To Fix AP111 - Functional location &1 does not belong to plant &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AP - Investment program messages

• Message number: 111

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

What causes this issue?

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

System Response

The allocation is not allowed.

How to fix this error?

Please 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 AP111 - Functional location &1 does not belong to plant &2 ?

  The SAP error message AP111 indicates that there is a mismatch between the functional location and the plant in the system. Specifically, it means that the functional location you are trying to use does not belong to the specified plant. This error typically occurs in the context of maintenance planning, asset management, or when performing transactions related to functional locations.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Functional Location Assignment: The functional location may not be assigned to the specified plant in the system.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a typographical error in the functional location or plant code entered during the transaction.
  Configuration Issues: The functional location may not have been properly configured in the system to be associated with the specified plant.
  Transport Issues: If the functional location was recently created or modified, it may not have been transported correctly to the environment you are working in.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Verify Functional Location Assignment:
  
  Go to the transaction code IL03 (Display Functional Location) and check if the functional location is correctly assigned to the intended plant.
  If it is not assigned, you may need to create or modify the functional location to associate it with the correct plant.
  
  
  
  Check Data Entry:
  
  Ensure that the functional location and plant codes are entered correctly in the transaction. Double-check for any typos or incorrect entries.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  If you have the necessary authorizations, check the configuration settings in the SAP system to ensure that the functional location is set up correctly for the specified plant.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Basis or Technical Team:
  
  If the issue persists, consult with your SAP Basis or technical team to check for any transport issues or system inconsistencies.
  
  
  
  Documentation and Training:
  
  Ensure that users are trained on the correct procedures for entering functional locations and plants to minimize errors in the future.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  IL01: Create Functional Location
  IL02: Change Functional Location
  IL03: Display Functional Location
  
  
  Tables:
  
  IFLO: Functional Location Master Data
  T001: Company Codes
  TPLANT: Plant Data
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to functional locations and plants.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the AP111 error and ensure that functional locations are correctly associated with their respective plants in the SAP system.