How To Fix IW039 - Order and reference object have different controlling areas


IW039 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: IW - Order Processing

  • Message number: 039

  • Message text: Order and reference object have different controlling areas

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  • What causes this issue?

    The <DS:GLOS.3526B5D3AFAB52B9E10000009B38F974>controlling area</> of
    the order is different from the controlling area of the reference
    object.

    System Response

    The system does not continue with processing.

    How to fix this error?

    Check that the <DS:GLOS.3528F47CE8E6556EE10000009B38F983>maintenance
    planning plant</> or the reference object is correct.

    Procedure for System Administrators

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


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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IW039 - Order and reference object have different controlling areas ?
    The SAP error message IW039 indicates that there is a mismatch between the controlling areas of the order and the reference object (such as a cost center, internal order, or project) that you are trying to use in a transaction. This typically occurs when you are attempting to post costs or perform an action on an order that references another object that belongs to a different controlling area.
    
    Cause: Different Controlling Areas: The most common cause of this error is that the order you are working with is assigned to one controlling area, while the reference object (like a cost center or internal order) is assigned to a different controlling area.
    Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the system where the controlling areas are not set up correctly or consistently across different objects. Data Entry Errors: Sometimes, this error can arise from incorrect data entry, where the wrong order or reference object

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