How To Fix /CPD/SS_MESSAGES078 - Company code &1 and cost center &2 does not belong to cntr. area &3

/CPD/SS_MESSAGES078 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /CPD/SS_MESSAGES -

• Message number: 078

• Message text: Company code &1 and cost center &2 does not belong to cntr. area &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /CPD/SS_MESSAGES078 - Company code &1 and cost center &2 does not belong to cntr. area &3 ?

  The SAP error message /CPD/SS_MESSAGES078 indicates that there is a mismatch between the company code, cost center, and controlling area in your SAP system. Specifically, it means that the specified company code and cost center do not belong to the controlling area you are trying to use.
  
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Issue: The company code and cost center may not be properly assigned to the controlling area in the configuration settings.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a mistake in the data entry where the wrong company code or cost center is being referenced.
  Master Data Issues: The cost center may not be created or activated in the specified controlling area.
  Cross-Company Transactions: If you are trying to post a transaction that involves multiple company codes, ensure that they are all assigned to the same controlling area.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP configuration (transaction code SPRO).
  Navigate to Controlling -> Cost Center Accounting -> Master Data -> Cost Centers