How To Fix KJ517 - Controlling area &1 is inconsistent

KJ517 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KJ - Cost Object Controlling for Make-to-Order Production

• Message number: 517

• Message text: Controlling area &1 is inconsistent

What causes this issue?

The definition of controlling area &v1& is inconsistent. In the basic
data, the <DS:GLOS.3526BA4CAFAB52B9E10000009B38F974>currency type</> is
10 and the option <LS>Different Company Code Currency</> is selected.

System Response

Processing is stopped.

How to fix this error?

Correct the definition of controlling area &v1& by re-entering currency
type 10 in the basic data. The option <LS>Different Company Code
Currency</> is corrected automatically.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KJ517 - Controlling area &1 is inconsistent ?

  The SAP error message KJ517 indicates that there is an inconsistency in the controlling area specified in your transaction. This error typically arises in the context of controlling (CO) module transactions, where the system expects certain configurations or data to be consistent for the specified controlling area.
  
  Cause:
  
  Inconsistent Configuration: The controlling area may not be properly configured. This could include missing or incorrect settings in the controlling area configuration.
  Master Data Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the master data related to cost centers, profit centers, or internal orders that are assigned to the controlling area.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system or if there have been recent changes in the configuration, inconsistencies may arise.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or modify data related to the controlling area.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration: 
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the controlling area in SAP (Transaction