Message type: E = Error
Message class: KI -
Message number: 179
Message text: You must enter a controlling area for transaction &
You are using a CO-internal business transaction. You must enter a
controlling area.
Enter a controlling area.
Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.
KI179
- You must enter a controlling area for transaction & ?The SAP error message KI179 ("You must enter a controlling area for transaction &") typically occurs in the context of controlling (CO) module transactions when the system requires a controlling area to be specified, but it has not been provided. This error can arise in various scenarios, such as when trying to post costs, create internal orders, or perform other CO-related activities.
Cause: Missing Controlling Area: The most common cause of this error is that the controlling area has not been specified in the transaction you are trying to execute.
Configuration Issues: The controlling area may not be properly configured in the system, or the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the controlling area. Transaction Type: The transaction type being used may not be linked to a controlling area, or the settings for that transaction type may be incomplete.
Solution: Enter Controlling Area: Ensure that you enter a valid controlling area in the
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