How To Fix GM034 - Order & is not in controlling area &

GM034 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GM - Combination manager

• Message number: 034

• Message text: Order & is not in controlling area &

What causes this issue?

Only orders belonging to controlling area &V2& may be processed.
Order &v1& belongs to controlling area &v3&.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GM034 - Order & is not in controlling area & ?

  The SAP error message GM034 ("Order & is not in controlling area &") typically occurs in the context of the SAP Controlling (CO) module when there is an attempt to process an order that is not associated with the specified controlling area. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when trying to post costs or perform other transactions related to an order.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Controlling Area: The order you are trying to process is not assigned to the controlling area you are currently working in.
  Order Type Configuration: The order type may not be configured correctly to be used in the specified controlling area.
  Master Data Issues: The master data for the order may not be set up correctly, leading to a mismatch in controlling areas.
  Cross-Company Code Transactions: If you are working with multiple company codes, the order may belong to a different company code that is not linked to the controlling area