How To Fix CK762 - Controlling area entered is ignored

CK762 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CK - Product Costing Messages

• Message number: 762

• Message text: Controlling area entered is ignored

What causes this issue?

When creating a costing run, you entered a
<DS:GLOS.controlling_area>controlling area</>. However, according to
the <DS:GLOS.costing_type>costing type</> for the
<DS:GLOS.costing_variant>costing variant</> that you entered, costing
should apply across controlling areas.

System Response

The controlling area is ignored by the system..

How to fix this error?

Choose another costing variant, or select only those materials from the
controlling area in question.

Procedure for System Administrators

If necessary, check the settings for the costing type and costing
variant in Customizing for Product Cost Planning.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CK762 - Controlling area entered is ignored ?

  The SAP error message CK762 ("Controlling area entered is ignored") typically occurs in the context of cost accounting and controlling when there is a mismatch or inconsistency in the controlling area settings. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  
  Cause:
  
  Mismatch in Controlling Area: The controlling area specified in the transaction does not match the controlling area assigned to the company code or the master data being used.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the controlling area may not be set up correctly, leading to inconsistencies.
  Transaction Context: The transaction you are trying to execute may not be valid for the controlling area you have entered.
  Master Data Issues: The master data (like cost centers, internal orders, etc.) may not be assigned to the controlling area you are trying to use.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Company Code Assignment: Ensure that the company code you are using is correctly assigned to the controlling area. You can