How To Fix CZ118 - Controlling area & does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CZ - Customizing messages

• Message number: 118

• Message text: Controlling area & does not exist

What causes this issue?

The error analysis of the defective record found that the controlling
area does not exist.

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?

If you no longer need the assignment, please delete the line.
Otherwise, create a controlling area and start the assignment again.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CZ118 - Controlling area & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message CZ118 indicates that the controlling area specified in your transaction does not exist in the system. This error typically arises in the context of controlling (CO) module transactions, where a controlling area is required for various financial and managerial accounting processes.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Controlling Area: The controlling area you are trying to use may have been entered incorrectly, or it may not exist in the system.
  Configuration Issues: The controlling area may not have been properly configured or created in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified controlling area.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system, the controlling area may not have been included in the migration.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Verify Controlling Area: Check the controlling area you are trying to use. Ensure that it is correctly entered and exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the controlling area configuration in SAP:
  
  Use transaction code OKKP to display the controlling area configuration.
  Ensure that the controlling area is active and properly set up.
  
  
  
  Create Controlling Area: If the controlling area does not exist, you may need to create it. This can be done using transaction code OKKP:
  
  Click on "New Entries" and fill in the required details to create a new controlling area.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the controlling area. This can be checked with your SAP security team or by reviewing the user's roles and authorizations.
  
  
  Review Configuration: If the controlling area exists but is not functioning as expected, review the configuration settings to ensure they are correct. This includes checking the assignment of company codes to the controlling area.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the configuration or setup, refer to SAP documentation or consult with an SAP consultant who specializes in the CO module.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  OKKP: Controlling Area Configuration
  OBY6: Assign Company Code to Controlling Area
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to this error message.
  User Forums: Consider visiting SAP community forums or user groups for additional insights and solutions from other users who may have encountered the same issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CZ118 error and ensure that the controlling area is correctly set up and accessible in your SAP system.