How To Fix KI202 - Controlling area & is incorrectly assigned to the company code

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KI -

• Message number: 202

• Message text: Controlling area & is incorrectly assigned to the company code

What causes this issue?

Company code &V2& is still assigned to controlling area &V1& although
this company code does not exist.

System Response

This error must be eliminated.

How to fix this error?

Delete the assignment with controlling area maintenance.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KI202 - Controlling area & is incorrectly assigned to the company code ?

  The SAP error message KI202 indicates that there is a mismatch between the controlling area and the company code in your SAP system. This error typically arises when you attempt to perform a transaction that requires a valid assignment of a controlling area to a company code, but the assignment is either incorrect or missing.
  Cause of Error KI202
  
  Incorrect Assignment: The controlling area is not correctly assigned to the company code in the configuration settings.
  Multiple Controlling Areas: The company code may be assigned to multiple controlling areas, which can lead to confusion and errors.
  Inactive Controlling Area: The controlling area might be inactive or not properly configured.
  Transaction Context: The transaction you are trying to execute may require a specific controlling area that is not linked to the company code you are using.
  
  Solution
  To resolve the KI202 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Assignment:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen.
  Navigate to SPRO (Customizing) ? Enterprise Structure ? Assignment ? Controlling ? Assign Controlling Area to Company Code.
  Verify that the controlling area is correctly assigned to the company code you are working with.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the controlling area is active and properly configured.
  Check if the controlling area is set up to allow the company code to post transactions.
  
  
  
  Single Controlling Area:
  
  Ensure that the company code is assigned to only one controlling area. If it is assigned to multiple controlling areas, you may need to reassign it to the correct one.
  
  
  
  Transaction Context:
  
  Make sure that the transaction you are trying to execute is compatible with the controlling area and company code you are using.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the configuration, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP Basis or Controlling module expert.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like OBY6 (for company code settings) and OKKP (for controlling area settings) to check and modify the relevant configurations.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or additional guidance related to error KI202.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and modify the configuration settings.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the KI202 error and ensure that your controlling area and company code are correctly configured in SAP.