How To Fix FDM_MIRROR064 - The controlling area assignment for company code &1 is active

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FDM_MIRROR - Mirror System Messages

• Message number: 064

• Message text: The controlling area assignment for company code &1 is active

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FDM_MIRROR064 - The controlling area assignment for company code &1 is active ?

  The SAP error message FDM_MIRROR064 indicates that there is an issue with the controlling area assignment for a specific company code. This error typically arises when you are trying to perform a financial transaction or configuration that requires a specific controlling area assignment, but the assignment is already active or not set up correctly.
  Cause:
  
  Active Controlling Area Assignment: The company code you are working with is already assigned to a controlling area, and the system does not allow multiple assignments or changes while it is active.
  Configuration Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the configuration settings related to the controlling area and company code.
  Data Migration or Changes: If you are migrating data or making changes to the company code or controlling area settings, this error can occur if the system detects an active assignment.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Controlling Area Assignment:
  
  Go to the transaction code OBY6 (or use the appropriate navigation path) to check the controlling area assignment for the company code.
  Ensure that the company code is assigned to the correct controlling area.
  
  
  
  Deactivate or Change Assignment:
  
  If you need to change the controlling area assignment, you may need to deactivate the current assignment first. This can typically be done in the configuration settings.
  Ensure that no transactions are currently being processed for the company code that would prevent changes.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings in the SAP system to ensure that the controlling area and company code settings are correctly configured.
  Use transaction OKKP to review the controlling area settings.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific instructions related to your version of SAP, as the steps may vary slightly.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, especially if this is part of a larger implementation or migration project.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  OBY6: Company Code Global Parameters
  OKKP: Maintain Controlling Area
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review the SAP Financial Accounting (FI) and Controlling (CO) module documentation for best practices on managing company codes and controlling areas.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message FDM_MIRROR064 and ensure that your company code and controlling area assignments are correctly configured.