How To Fix KE397 - Error deriving the controlling area from the profit center

KE397 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KE -

• Message number: 397

• Message text: Error deriving the controlling area from the profit center

What causes this issue?

The system tried to derive the controlling area from the profit center
master record of profit center &V1&. The date used was &V2&.

System Response

Profit center &V1& does not exist for this date.

How to fix this error?

Enter a valid profit center or create profit center &V1& for a period
of time which includes the date &V2&.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KE397 - Error deriving the controlling area from the profit center ?

  The SAP error message KE397 indicates that there is an issue with deriving the controlling area from the profit center in the context of controlling (CO) module transactions. This error typically arises when the system is unable to find a valid controlling area associated with the specified profit center.
  Cause of KE397 Error
  
  Missing Configuration: The profit center may not be properly assigned to a controlling area in the configuration settings.
  Profit Center Not Active: The profit center might not be active or may not exist in the system.
  Incorrect Master Data: There could be inconsistencies or errors in the master data related to the profit center or controlling area.
  Cross-Company Code Issues: If the profit center is associated with a different company code than the one being used in the transaction, this error may occur.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the profit center or controlling area.
  
  Solution to KE397