How To Fix /CPD/SS_MESSAGES074 - Cost center &1 and company code &2 do not belong to cntr. area &3

/CPD/SS_MESSAGES074 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /CPD/SS_MESSAGES -

• Message number: 074

• Message text: Cost center &1 and company code &2 do not belong to cntr. area &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /CPD/SS_MESSAGES074 - Cost center &1 and company code &2 do not belong to cntr. area &3 ?

  The SAP error message /CPD/SS_MESSAGES074 indicates that there is a mismatch between the cost center, company code, and controlling area in your SAP system. Specifically, it means that the cost center (&1) and the company code (&2) do not belong to the specified controlling area (&3). This can occur in various scenarios, such as when trying to post a transaction or when performing a report that involves cost centers.
  
  Cause:
  
  
  Configuration Issues: The cost center may not be assigned to the controlling area in the configuration settings.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be a mistake in the data entry where the wrong cost center or company code is being used.
  Master Data Issues: The cost center master data may not be properly maintained or may have been deleted or changed.
  Cross-Company Transactions: If you are trying to post a transaction that involves multiple company codes, the cost center must belong to the same controlling area