How To Fix KI251 - Company code & not consistent with CO area &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KI -

• Message number: 251

• Message text: Company code & not consistent with CO area &

What causes this issue?

You have assigned one or more company codes to each controlling area.
You have not assigned company code &V1& to controlling area &V2&.

How to fix this error?

Enter consistent data.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KI251 - Company code & not consistent with CO area & ?

  The SAP error message KI251 indicates that there is an inconsistency between the company code and the controlling area in the context of cost accounting. This error typically arises when you are trying to post a transaction that involves cost centers, internal orders, or other controlling objects that are linked to a specific controlling area, but the company code associated with the transaction does not match the controlling area.
  Cause:
  
  Mismatch of Company Code and Controlling Area: The company code you are trying to use is not assigned to the controlling area in the configuration settings.
  Incorrect Master Data: The master data for cost centers, internal orders, or other controlling objects may be incorrectly configured, leading to a mismatch.
  Transaction Posting: You may be attempting to post a transaction that references a cost object (like a cost center or internal order) that belongs to a different controlling area than the one associated with the company code.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP configuration (SPRO) and navigate to the following path:
  
  Controlling -> Cost Center Accounting -> Master Data -> Cost Center -> Define Cost Center.
  
  
  Ensure that the company code is correctly assigned to the controlling area.
  
  
  
  Verify Master Data:
  
  Check the master data for the cost center or internal order you are trying to use. Ensure that it is assigned to the correct controlling area that corresponds to the company code.
  You can do this by using transaction codes like KS03 (Display Cost Center) or KO03 (Display Internal Order).
  
  
  
  Review Transaction:
  
  Ensure that the transaction you are trying to post is using the correct company code and that it aligns with the controlling area of the cost object.
  
  
  
  Adjust Settings:
  
  If necessary, you may need to adjust the settings in the configuration to ensure that the company code and controlling area are aligned.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the configuration or the master data, consult the SAP documentation or reach out to your SAP support team for assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  KS01 (Create Cost Center)
  KO01 (Create Internal Order)
  KSB1 (Cost Centers: Actual Line Items)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or additional guidance related to error KI251.
  
  
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and modify the relevant master data and configuration settings.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the KI251 error and ensure that your company code and controlling area are consistent.