How To Fix CK203 - Controlling area for company code & not found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CK - Product Costing Messages

• Message number: 203

• Message text: Controlling area for company code & not found

What causes this issue?

No controlling area has been assigned to company code &v1&.
&sys_admin&
In Customizing for Enterprise Structure, assign a controlling area to
company code &v1& under <LS>Maintain structure -> Assignment ->
Controlling</>.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CK203 - Controlling area for company code & not found ?

  The SAP error message CK203 indicates that the controlling area for a specified company code is not found. This error typically arises in the context of cost accounting and controlling modules when there is a mismatch or misconfiguration between the company code and its associated controlling area.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The controlling area has not been assigned to the company code in the system.
  Incorrect Company Code: The company code specified in the transaction does not exist or is incorrectly entered.
  Inactive Controlling Area: The controlling area may be inactive or not properly configured.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the master data or configuration settings.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the CK203 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen and navigate to the following path:
  
  SPRO ? Enterprise Structure ? Assignment ? Controlling ? Assign Company Code to Controlling Area.
  
  
  Ensure that the company code in question is correctly assigned to the appropriate controlling area.
  
  
  
  Verify Company Code:
  
  Check if the company code exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to:
  
  Transaction Code: OX02 (for company code configuration).
  
  
  Ensure that the company code is active and correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Review Controlling Area Settings:
  
  Navigate to:
  
  Transaction Code: OX19 (for controlling area configuration).
  
  
  Ensure that the controlling area is active and properly set up.
  
  
  
  Check Master Data:
  
  Ensure that all relevant master data (such as cost centers, internal orders, etc.) is correctly assigned to the controlling area and company code.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If the issue persists, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  OX02: Company Code Configuration
  OX19: Controlling Area Configuration
  SPRO: Access to the SAP Reference IMG for configuration settings.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  
  
  User Authorization: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify the configuration settings.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the CK203 error in SAP. If the problem continues, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support or your internal IT team for further troubleshooting.