How To Fix CK141 - Costing not allowed across controlling areas

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CK - Product Costing Messages

• Message number: 141

• Message text: Costing not allowed across controlling areas

What causes this issue?

A cost estimate across controlling areas is not possible. You can only
carry out such a cost estimate if <LS>all</> the
<DS:GLOS.controlling_area>controlling areas</> in the system have the
following:

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

the same <DS:GLOS.chart_of_accounts>chart of accounts</>, and
the same <DS:GLOS.fiscal_year_variant>fiscal year variant</>, and
the same <DS:GLOS.controlling_area_currency>currency</>.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CK141 - Costing not allowed across controlling areas ?

  The SAP error message CK141 ("Costing not allowed across controlling areas") typically occurs when you attempt to perform a costing operation that involves multiple controlling areas. In SAP, each controlling area is a separate entity for cost accounting, and cost calculations are generally restricted to a single controlling area to maintain data integrity and accuracy.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when:
  
  You are trying to perform a cost estimate or valuation that involves materials or cost objects from different controlling areas.
  The configuration settings in the system do not allow for cross-controlling area transactions.
  The materials or cost objects being processed are assigned to different controlling areas.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the CK141 error, consider the following steps:
  
  
  Check Controlling Area Assignment:
  
  Ensure that all materials or cost objects involved in the costing process are assigned to the same controlling area. You can check the controlling area assignment in the material master or cost object master data.
  
  
  
  Review Costing Variant Settings:
  
  Verify the settings of the costing variant being used. Ensure that it is configured to allow costing within the same controlling area.
  
  
  
  Use a Single Controlling Area:
  
  If you need to perform costing for multiple materials or cost objects, ensure that they all belong to the same controlling area. If necessary, you may need to reassign some materials or cost objects to the appropriate controlling area.
  
  
  
  Consult Configuration:
  
  If you have access to the configuration settings, check the settings in the controlling area configuration (transaction code OX19) to ensure that cross-controlling area transactions are not inadvertently allowed.
  
  
  
  Check for Custom Development:
  
  If there are any custom developments or enhancements in your SAP system, review them to ensure they are not causing the issue.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on controlling area settings and costing processes.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  CK11N (Create Cost Estimate with Quantity Structure)
  CK40N (Change Cost Estimate)
  OX19 (Controlling Area Configuration)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: 
  
  Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  
  
  
  User Roles and Authorizations: 
  
  Ensure that the user performing the costing operation has the necessary authorizations for the controlling areas involved.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the CK141 error and implement a solution to resolve it. If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.