How To Fix KF660 - Operating concern & does not contain a relevant controlling area

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KF -

• Message number: 660

• Message text: Operating concern & does not contain a relevant controlling area

What causes this issue?

Operating concern &V1& is not assigned to a controlling area that is
active for costing-based CO-PA in fiscal year &V2&.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KF660 - Operating concern & does not contain a relevant controlling area ?

  The SAP error message KF660 indicates that there is an issue with the operating concern not being assigned to a relevant controlling area. This error typically arises in the context of Profitability Analysis (CO-PA) when you are trying to execute a report or transaction that requires a valid operating concern.
  Cause:
  The error occurs due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Assignment: The operating concern you are trying to use is not assigned to any controlling area.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings in the controlling area or operating concern may not be set up correctly.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data or configuration that prevent the system from recognizing the relationship between the operating concern and the controlling area.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the KF660 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Operating Concern Assignment:
  
  Go to the SAP transaction code OKKP (Controlling Area) and check if the operating concern is assigned to the controlling area you are working with.
  If it is not assigned, you will need to assign it. This can typically be done in the configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Verify Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the operating concern is properly configured. You can check this in the transaction code KEO1 (Create Operating Concern) or KEO2 (Change Operating Concern).
  Make sure that the operating concern is set up correctly with all necessary characteristics and value fields.
  
  
  
  Check Master Data:
  
  Ensure that the master data related to the operating concern is consistent and correctly maintained. This includes checking the characteristics and value fields associated with the operating concern.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to Profitability Analysis and operating concerns for any additional configuration steps that may be required.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide insights specific to your system configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  OKKP: Controlling Area Configuration
  KEO1: Create Operating Concern
  KEO2: Change Operating Concern
  KE5Z: Display Profitability Analysis
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for detailed information on Profitability Analysis and operating concerns.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the KF660 error in SAP.