How To Fix GP684 - Controlling area &, client & not found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GP - FI-SL and CO planning

• Message number: 684

• Message text: Controlling area &, client & not found

What causes this issue?

When editing plan version &V3& in fiscal year &V4& in client &V2&,
controlling area &V1& was not found.

System Response

The system cannot determine the exchange rate type and the exchange
rate date. Initial values are therefore entered in the fields.

How to fix this error?

Please check the contents of table TKA07. The controlling area entries
and the plan versions are obviously out of sync. If necessary, you must
maintain the exchange rate type and exchange rate date manually using
customizing after you have maintained the controlling area tables.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GP684 - Controlling area &, client & not found ?

  The SAP error message GP684 indicates that the specified controlling area and client combination does not exist in the system. This error typically arises in the context of financial or controlling transactions where the system is trying to access data related to a controlling area that is not defined or is incorrectly specified.
  Cause:
  
  Non-existent Controlling Area: The controlling area you are trying to access has not been created in the system.
  Incorrect Client: The client you are working in does not have the specified controlling area set up.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the controlling area.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a typographical error in the controlling area or client number entered in the transaction.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Controlling Area:
  
  Go to the SAP transaction code OKKP (Controlling Area) and verify if the controlling area exists in the system.
  If it does not exist, you may need to create it or check with your SAP administrator.
  
  
  
  Verify Client:
  
  Ensure that you are logged into the correct client. You can check the client number in the SAP GUI at the top right corner.
  If you are in the wrong client, log into the correct one where the controlling area is defined.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that your user profile has the necessary authorizations to access the controlling area. You may need to contact your SAP security administrator to verify your roles and permissions.
  
  
  
  Correct Data Entry:
  
  Double-check the controlling area and client number you are entering in the transaction. Make sure there are no typographical errors.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the configuration or setup of controlling areas, refer to your organization's SAP documentation or consult with your SAP functional team.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  OKKP - Display/Change Controlling Area
  OBY6 - Define Company Code for Controlling Area
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Roles: Review user roles and authorizations in transaction SU01 (User Maintenance) to ensure proper access rights.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP support team for further investigation.