How To Fix KI200 - Assign a controlling area to company code &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KI -

• Message number: 200

• Message text: Assign a controlling area to company code &

What causes this issue?

Cost accounting is active for company code &V1& but no controlling area
has been assigned.

System Response

Postings where cost accounting is active can only be made after a
controlling area has been determined.

How to fix this error?

Either
deactivate cost accounting in company code &V1&
assign a controlling area to company code &V1&
Both of these operations are done via the configuration menu.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KI200 - Assign a controlling area to company code & ?

  The SAP error message KI200 "Assign a controlling area to company code &" typically occurs when there is a configuration issue in the SAP system related to the assignment of controlling areas to company codes. This error is often encountered when trying to perform activities related to controlling (CO) that require a valid assignment between the controlling area and the company code.
  Cause:
  The error arises when:
  
  A company code is not assigned to a controlling area in the system.
  The controlling area is not properly configured or does not exist.
  The company code is not set up correctly in the system.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the KI200 error, you need to ensure that the company code is correctly assigned to a controlling area. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen.
  Navigate to the following path: 
  SPRO -> SAP Reference IMG -> Controlling -> General Controlling -> Organization -> Assign Controlling Area to Company Code
  
  
  
  
  Assign the Controlling Area:
  
  In the configuration screen, you will see a list of company codes and controlling areas.
  Check if the company code in question is listed and if it is assigned to a controlling area.
  If it is not assigned, you can create a new assignment by selecting the company code and the appropriate controlling area.
  
  
  
  Save Changes:
  
  After making the necessary assignments, save your changes.
  
  
  
  Check for Additional Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the controlling area and company code settings are consistent with your organizational structure.
  Verify that the controlling area is set up correctly, including settings for currency, fiscal year variant, and other relevant parameters.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the changes, test the transaction or process that previously triggered the error to ensure that it is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Controlling Area: A controlling area is an organizational unit in SAP that represents a closed system for cost accounting. It can encompass one or more company codes.
  Company Code: A company code is the smallest organizational unit in financial accounting for which a complete self-contained set of accounts can be drawn up.
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like OBY6 (for company code settings) and OKKP (for controlling area settings) to access relevant configuration screens directly.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for further investigation, as there may be additional underlying issues or configurations that need to be addressed.