How To Fix CP476 - The plants in header and operation have different company codes.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 476

• Message text: The plants in header and operation have different company codes.

What causes this issue?

You selected a work center for the operation which belongs to a
different company code as the routing header.
You can use work centers from different plants in your routing. You can
assign plants in all company codes.
However, a company code check is set up in your system for the fiscal
year.

How to fix this error?

Choose a work center from the same company code as the routing header.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CP476 - The plants in header and operation have different company codes. ?

  The SAP error message CP476 indicates that there is a mismatch between the company codes of the plant specified in the header of a production order and the plant specified in the operation of that order. This typically occurs in the context of production planning and control, where each plant is associated with a specific company code in the SAP system.
  Cause:
  
  Different Company Codes: The production order header and the operation are linked to different company codes. Each plant in SAP is assigned to a specific company code, and if the plants do not belong to the same company code, this error will occur.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a configuration issue where the plants are not correctly assigned to the same company code in the system.
  Data Entry Error: During the creation of the production order, there may have been an error in selecting the plants or company codes.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Plant Assignments: Verify that the plants used in the production order header and the operation are assigned to the same company code. You can do this by checking the configuration in the SAP system.
  
  Use transaction code OX10 to check the plant assignments to company codes.
  
  
  
  Correct the Production Order: If the plants are indeed assigned to different company codes, you will need to either:
  
  Change the plant in the production order header or operation to ensure they match.
  Create a new production order with the correct plant assignments.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration: If you suspect a configuration issue, consult with your SAP Basis or configuration team to ensure that the plants and company codes are set up correctly in the system.
  
  
  Data Entry Review: Ensure that the data entered during the creation of the production order is correct. Double-check the selected plants and their corresponding company codes.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  CO01 - Create Production Order
  CO02 - Change Production Order
  CO03 - Display Production Order
  OX10 - Define Plants
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to production order management and company code configuration for further insights.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CP476 error and ensure that your production orders are correctly configured within the SAP system.