How To Fix CO745 - Company code & varies from that of the WBS element

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CO - PPC order processing messages

• Message number: 745

• Message text: Company code & varies from that of the WBS element

What causes this issue?

The company code determined for the production order does not
correspond to the company code for the WBS element.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

You should choose a WBS element for the account assignment that has the
same company code as the production order.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CO745 - Company code & varies from that of the WBS element ?

  The SAP error message CO745 indicates that there is a mismatch between the company code of the WBS (Work Breakdown Structure) element and the company code of the cost object you are trying to post to. This error typically occurs in the context of controlling and project systems when you attempt to post costs or revenues to a WBS element that is associated with a different company code than the one specified in your transaction.
  Cause:
  
  Company Code Mismatch: The WBS element is assigned to a specific company code, and the transaction you are trying to execute is associated with a different company code.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration of the WBS element or the cost object may not be set up correctly, leading to inconsistencies.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a mistake in the data entry where the wrong company code is being used.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Verify Company Codes: Check the company code assigned to the WBS element and ensure that it matches the company code you are using in your transaction.
  
  You can do this by navigating to the WBS element in the Project System (PS) module and checking its details.
  
  
  
  Adjust Transaction: If you are trying to post to the wrong WBS element, you may need to select the correct WBS element that corresponds to the company code you are working with.
  
  
  Review Configuration: If the WBS element is supposed to be associated with multiple company codes, review the configuration settings in the system to ensure that they are set up correctly.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the correct company codes or how to resolve the issue, consult your organization's SAP documentation or reach out to your SAP support team for assistance.
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like CJ20N (Project Builder) to check the WBS element details and CJI3 (Project Actual Line Items) to review postings related to the WBS.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  WBS Element: A hierarchical structure used in project management to break down a project into manageable sections.
  Company Code: An organizational unit in SAP that represents a legal entity and is responsible for its own set of financial statements.
  SAP Modules: This error is primarily related to the Controlling (CO) and Project System (PS) modules in SAP.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the CO745 error and take appropriate action to resolve it.