How To Fix HROM_APPL006 - Controlling area cannot be maintained for positions

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HROM_APPL - Messages for New Infotype Framework

• Message number: 006

• Message text: Controlling area cannot be maintained for positions

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HROM_APPL006 - Controlling area cannot be maintained for positions ?

  The SAP error message HROM_APPL006 indicates that the controlling area cannot be maintained for positions in the Human Resources (HR) module. This error typically arises when there is an inconsistency or misconfiguration in the organizational structure or the assignment of controlling areas to positions.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Controlling Area Assignment: The position you are trying to maintain may not have a controlling area assigned to it.
  Incorrect Configuration: The controlling area may not be correctly configured in the system, or the position may not be linked to the correct organizational unit.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to maintain the controlling area for the position.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the organizational structure or the controlling area.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Position Assignment:
  
  Navigate to the position in question and verify that it is correctly assigned to the appropriate organizational unit and controlling area.
  Use transaction code PPOME (Change Organizational Plan) to check the organizational structure.
  
  
  
  Assign Controlling Area:
  
  If the controlling area is missing, you may need to assign it to the position. This can typically be done in the position's details within the HR module.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the controlling area is properly configured in the system. You can check this in the configuration settings under SPRO (SAP Project Reference Object) > Enterprise Structure > Definition > Financial Accounting > Define Controlling Areas.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to maintain the controlling area for positions. This can be checked with the help of your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run a consistency check on the organizational data to identify any discrepancies. This can be done using transaction codes like S_AHR_61016300 (for HR reports) or other relevant reports.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to this error message for any specific guidance or patches that may be applicable.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PPOME (to manage organizational units and positions) and PPOSE (to display the organizational structure).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to this error message. You can search for HROM_APPL006 in the SAP Support Portal.
  Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the HROM_APPL006 error message.