How To Fix I0203 - The cost center must be entered again after changing the ControllArea

I0203 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: I0 - Messages for PM tables

• Message number: 203

• Message text: The cost center must be entered again after changing the ControllArea

What causes this issue?

The <GL:controlling_area>controlling area</> has been derived again
from the <GL:company_code>company code</> and the
<GL:business_area>business area</>. This has led to a change in the
controlling area in the present case from &V1& to &V2&.

System Response

For safety reasons, the fields dependent on the controlling area will be
initialized by the system. The following fields are affected:
<GL:cost_center>cost center</>
WBS element
standing order
settlement order

How to fix this error?

You must enter the above mentioned fields again yourself if necessary.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message I0203 - The cost center must be entered again after changing the ControllArea ?

  The SAP error message I0203 indicates that there is an issue with the cost center assignment in relation to the controlling area. This error typically occurs when a user attempts to change the controlling area of a cost center or when the controlling area is changed in a transaction that involves cost centers.
  
  Cause:
  The error arises because the cost center is linked to a specific controlling area in SAP. When the controlling area is changed, the system requires that the cost center be re-entered to ensure that it is valid for the new controlling area. This is a safeguard to maintain data integrity and ensure that the cost center is correctly associated with the appropriate controlling area.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the I0203 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Re-enter the Cost Center: After changing the controlling area, you need to re-enter the cost center in the relevant field. This will allow the system to validate the