How To Fix CP428 - Task list and ref. operation set belong to different controlling areas

CP428 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CP - Task list messages: Core data

• Message number: 428

• Message text: Task list and ref. operation set belong to different controlling areas

What causes this issue?

You want to include a reference operation set which belongs to a
different controlling area as the routing.
The plant determines the controlling area of a task list.
You can only reference operation sets with the same controlling area in
a routing.

How to fix this error?

Include a reference operation set whose plant belongs to the same
controlling area as the plant of your routing.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CP428 - Task list and ref. operation set belong to different controlling areas ?

  The SAP error message CP428 indicates that there is a mismatch between the controlling areas of a task list and a reference operation set. This typically occurs in the context of production planning and control (PP) or project system (PS) modules, where task lists (such as routing) and reference operation sets are used to define the operations and sequences for manufacturing or project activities.
  
  Cause:
  The error CP428 arises when:
  
  Different Controlling Areas: The task list and the reference operation set are assigned to different controlling areas. Each controlling area in SAP is a separate unit for cost accounting, and it is essential that related objects (like task lists and reference operation sets) belong to the same controlling area for proper cost tracking and reporting.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the system where the controlling areas are not set up correctly or are not aligned with the organizational structure.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the