How To Fix CMS_CUS_PCN008 - Process control area &1 does not exist; see long text

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CMS_CUS_PCN - Process control customizing messages

• Message number: 008

• Message text: Process control area &1 does not exist; see long text

What causes this issue?

You have created an organizational unit and assigned to a process
control area. However, this control area may have been deleted in the
Customizing.

System Response

System does not permit you to define control framework without the
assignments to process area and process key.

How to fix this error?

Define process control area in the Implementation Guide (IMG) activity
<DS:SIMG.SIMG_CMS_ORG_PRO_UNT>Define Process Control Area</>.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CMS_CUS_PCN008 - Process control area &1 does not exist; see long text ?

  The SAP error message CMS_CUS_PCN008 indicates that the specified process control area does not exist in the system. This error typically arises in the context of process control or production planning modules where specific configurations or master data are required.
  Cause:
  
  Non-Existent Process Control Area: The process control area you are trying to access or use has not been created or does not exist in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a configuration issue where the process control area is not properly set up in the system.
  Data Entry Error: The process control area might have been misspelled or incorrectly entered in the transaction or program you are using.
  Transport Issues: If the process control area was recently created in a different environment (like development) and not transported to the current environment (like production), it may not exist.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Process Control Area: Verify that the process control area you are trying to use actually exists. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration or master data transaction in SAP.
  Create Process Control Area: If the process control area does not exist, you may need to create it. This can typically be done in the configuration settings under the relevant module (e.g., Production Planning, Process Management).
  Correct Data Entry: Ensure that the process control area is entered correctly in the transaction. Check for any typos or incorrect codes.
  Transport Requests: If the process control area was created in another environment, ensure that the transport requests have been properly moved to the current environment.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation or help files for specific instructions on how to create or manage process control areas.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use specific transaction codes to check or create process control areas, such as OPU1 (for process control area configuration).
  Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view or create process control areas in the system.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or additional guidance related to this error message.
  Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution.