How To Fix BE214 - Transaction not valid across business areas

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BE - General document entry

• Message number: 214

• Message text: Transaction not valid across business areas

What causes this issue?

WBS elements &V1& and &V2& belong to different business areas.
Because business area balance sheets are to be created for company code
&V3&, you need to bear certain organizational considerations in mind to
avoid errors in the balance sheet.

System Response

If the message is an error message, processing stops.

How to fix this error?

You can switch off this error message if you:
Make organizational arrangements to ensure that the fixed price
agreements/allocations in Profitability Analysis are not settled to
Financial Accounting
To do this, use a results analysis version for fixed price profitbility
analysis which is not copied to Financial Accounting.
Switch off this message in the general Controlling Implementation
Guide, step <DS:SIMG.SIMG_CFMENUORK3OBA5>Change message control</>.
Enter application BE and maintain the entry for message number 214. If
you do not specify a user here, the setting you enter affects all
users.

How can this happen?

You calculate work in process using fixed prices. The WBS elements
involved belong to different company codes. Settlement to Financial
Accounting would result in an incorrect balance sheet. The balance
shown in one company code would be too high, the balance shown in the
other too low.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BE214 - Transaction not valid across business areas ?

  The SAP error message BE214 ("Transaction not valid across business areas") typically occurs when there is an attempt to post a transaction that involves multiple business areas, which is not allowed in certain contexts within SAP. This error is often encountered in financial accounting (FI) or controlling (CO) modules when the system detects that the transaction involves different business areas that are not compatible for the operation being performed.
  Cause:
  
  Multiple Business Areas: The transaction you are trying to post involves multiple business areas, which is not permitted for certain types of postings.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration of business areas in the system may not allow for cross-business area transactions.
  Document Type Restrictions: Certain document types may be restricted to a single business area.
  Incorrect Master Data: The master data (like cost centers, profit centers, etc.) may be set up incorrectly, leading to the error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Single Business Area Posting: Ensure that the transaction you are trying to post is limited to a single business area. If you need to post to multiple business areas, consider splitting the transaction into separate postings for each business area.
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings for business areas in your SAP system. Ensure that the settings allow for the type of transaction you are trying to perform.
  Document Type Review: Check the document type you are using for the transaction. Ensure that it is configured to allow postings within the same business area.
  Master Data Validation: Validate the master data associated with the transaction. Ensure that all relevant data (like cost centers, profit centers, etc.) is correctly assigned to the same business area.
  Consult SAP Notes: Look for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on configuration or known issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Business Area Definition: A business area in SAP is an organizational unit that reflects a specific area of operations or responsibilities within a company. It is used for internal and external reporting.
  Transaction Types: Different transaction types in SAP may have specific rules regarding business area postings. Understanding these can help in troubleshooting.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on business area configurations and restrictions.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in financial accounting or controlling within SAP.