How To Fix EM10015 - Accnt area &1 of cost cent. &2 and accnt area &3 of plant &4 do not match

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EM10 - Messages for Transfer Posting via Serial Number

• Message number: 015

• Message text: Accnt area &1 of cost cent. &2 and accnt area &3 of plant &4 do not match

Self-Explanatory Message

Since SAP believes that this specific error message is 'self-explanatory,' no more information has been given.The majority of messages in the SAP system have a message text, however this is frequently insufficient to comprehend or resolve the problem.

To make things easier, more detailed information is frequently added to describe the issue, how to fix it, and the necessary steps or configuration modifications.

Unfortunately, there isn't any extra information in this error notice.

What else can you do?

First, use our AnswerBot below to get a possible cause and solution (requires a premium subscription).

Also, review the in-depth Common Questions & Answers listed below; you could discover a solution there or be able to connect with others who have faced similar challenges.

You can also try searching the SAP support portal (support.sap.com) but you need a special user ID to access it. It is possible that an SAP support note exists that provides additional details about the mistake or even steps for fixing it.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EM10015 - Accnt area &1 of cost cent. &2 and accnt area &3 of plant &4 do not match ?

  The SAP error message EM10015 indicates a mismatch between the account assignment area of a cost center and the account assignment area of a plant. This typically occurs when you are trying to post a transaction that involves both a cost center and a plant, but they are configured to use different account assignment areas.
  Cause:
  
  Mismatched Account Assignment Areas: The cost center and the plant are assigned to different account assignment areas. Each cost center and plant can be assigned to a specific account assignment area, and if they do not match, this error will occur.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a configuration issue in the SAP system where the cost center and plant are not properly linked or set up.
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect data entry during transaction posting can lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for both the cost center and the plant in the SAP system.
  Ensure that both the cost center and the plant are assigned to the same account assignment area.
  You can check this in the following paths:
  
  For Cost Centers: SPRO ? Controlling ? Cost Center Accounting ? Master Data ? Cost Center ? Create/Change
  For Plants: SPRO ? Enterprise Structure ? Definition ? Logistics - General ? Define, copy, delete, check plant
  
  
  
  
  
  Correct the Transaction:
  
  If you are entering a transaction manually, double-check the cost center and plant you are using to ensure they are compatible.
  If necessary, change the cost center or plant in the transaction to match the account assignment area.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Basis or Functional Team:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue through configuration or data entry, consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for further investigation. They may need to check for any underlying issues in the system configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like KS01 (Create Cost Center), KS02 (Change Cost Center), OX10 (Define Plants), etc., to check or modify the relevant settings.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for detailed steps on how to configure account assignment areas and related settings.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to view and modify cost center and plant configurations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the EM10015 error and ensure that your cost center and plant configurations are aligned correctly.