How To Fix CN856 - Invalid controlling area & for company code &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CN - Meldungen für Netzpläne

• Message number: 856

• Message text: Invalid controlling area & for company code &

What causes this issue?

Controlling area &V1& is not assigned to company code &V2&.
INCLUDE 'NA_ALLG_ORGELEM' OBJECT DOKU ID TX

System Response

INCLUDE 'NA_ALLG_NOVERARBEITUNG' OBJECT DOKU ID TX

How to fix this error?

Check your entries.
INCLUDE 'NA_ALLG_VORGEHEN' OBJECT DOKU ID TX
In Customizing, check the assignment of the organization data. Make any
changes necessary.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CN856 - Invalid controlling area & for company code & ?

  The SAP error message CN856 "Invalid controlling area & for company code &" typically occurs when there is a mismatch between the controlling area and the company code in the SAP system. This error is often encountered in the context of controlling (CO) and financial accounting (FI) modules when trying to perform transactions that involve both areas.
  Cause:
  
  Mismatch in Configuration: The controlling area assigned to the company code is either incorrect or not set up properly in the system.
  Company Code Not Assigned: The company code you are trying to use is not assigned to the controlling area in the configuration settings.
  Inactive Controlling Area: The controlling area may be inactive or not properly defined in the system.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a typographical error in the company code or controlling area being used in the transaction.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide (SPRO).
  Navigate to Controlling > General Controlling > Master Data > Controlling Area > Assign Company Code to Controlling Area.
  Ensure that the company code in question is correctly assigned to the appropriate controlling area.
  
  
  
  Verify Company Code and Controlling Area:
  
  Use transaction code OBY6 to check the company code settings.
  Ensure that the controlling area is correctly linked to the company code.
  
  
  
  Check for Inactive Controlling Area:
  
  Ensure that the controlling area is active and properly configured. You can check this in the controlling area settings.
  
  
  
  Correct Data Entry:
  
  Double-check the entries you are making in the transaction to ensure that there are no typographical errors in the controlling area or company code.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If the issue persists, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for further troubleshooting.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SPRO: Access the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide.
  OBY6: Check company code settings.
  OKKP: Display or change controlling area settings.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to this error message.
  
  
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the controlling area and company code settings.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CN856 error and ensure that the controlling area and company code are correctly configured in your SAP system.