How To Fix BK093 - Business process & is not assigned to controlling area &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BK - Create, Display, Reverse Controlling Document

• Message number: 093

• Message text: Business process & is not assigned to controlling area &

What causes this issue?

You entered a cost accounting document in controlling area &V2&.
Business process &V1& is assigned to controlling area &V3&, not &V2&.

System Response

Processing is terminated.

How to fix this error?

Enter another controlling area or another business process.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BK093 - Business process & is not assigned to controlling area & ?

  The SAP error message BK093 indicates that a specific business process is not assigned to the controlling area in the system. This error typically arises in the context of controlling (CO) module transactions, particularly when dealing with internal orders, cost centers, or profit centers.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  A business process (like an internal order or cost center) is being referenced in a transaction, but it has not been properly assigned to the controlling area.
  The configuration settings in the controlling area do not include the business process you are trying to use.
  There may be inconsistencies in the master data setup for the controlling area.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the BK093 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Business Process Assignment:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP (Transaction code: SPRO).
  Navigate to the relevant section for controlling (e.g., "Controlling" -> "Cost Center Accounting" or "Internal Orders").
  Verify that the business process you are trying to use is assigned to the correct controlling area.
  
  
  
  Assign Business Process to Controlling Area:
  
  If the business process is not assigned, you will need to assign it. This can usually be done in the configuration settings where you define the business processes for the controlling area.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the master data for the business process (e.g., internal order, cost center) to ensure it is correctly set up and linked to the appropriate controlling area.
  
  
  
  Check for Transport Issues:
  
  If the configuration was recently transported from another system, ensure that all necessary objects were transported correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to the specific business process and controlling area configuration for additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the transaction again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like OKEQ (for business process configuration) or OX19 (for controlling area settings) to access the relevant configuration screens.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify the controlling area settings.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in the controlling module.