How To Fix KBWOM002 - For controlling area &1, only sets for chart of accounts &2 allowed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KBWOM - CO-OM-IS: BW Extractors

• Message number: 002

• Message text: For controlling area &1, only sets for chart of accounts &2 allowed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KBWOM002 - For controlling area &1, only sets for chart of accounts &2 allowed ?

  The SAP error message KBWOM002 indicates that there is an issue with the controlling area and the chart of accounts configuration in your SAP system. Specifically, it means that for the specified controlling area, only certain sets of chart of accounts are allowed, and the one you are trying to use is not permitted.
  Cause:
  
  Mismatch of Chart of Accounts: The chart of accounts you are trying to use is not assigned to the controlling area in question.
  Configuration Issues: The controlling area may be configured to only allow specific charts of accounts, and the one you are attempting to use does not match those settings.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a mistake in the data entry where the wrong controlling area or chart of accounts is selected.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the controlling area in SAP.
  Verify that the chart of accounts you are trying to use is indeed assigned to the controlling area.
  You can check this in the SAP GUI by navigating to SPRO > Financial Accounting > General Ledger > Master Data > G/L Accounts > Prepare for Migration > Assign Chart of Accounts to Company Code.
  
  
  
  Assign Correct Chart of Accounts:
  
  If the chart of accounts is not assigned, you will need to assign it to the controlling area.
  If you need to use a different chart of accounts, ensure that it is compatible with the controlling area settings.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the master data for the controlling area and ensure that all settings are correct.
  Make sure that the company code and controlling area are correctly linked.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on the specific configuration settings for controlling areas and charts of accounts.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if this is a production environment.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like OBY6 (for company code settings) and OKKP (for controlling area settings) to check and modify the relevant configurations.
  SAP Notes: Look for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to make changes to the configuration settings.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement the necessary changes to resolve it.