How To Fix KK747 - There is no plant &2 in controlling area &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KK -

• Message number: 747

• Message text: There is no plant &2 in controlling area &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KK747 - There is no plant &2 in controlling area &1 ?

  The SAP error message KK747 ("There is no plant &2 in controlling area &1") typically occurs in the context of controlling (CO) when you are trying to perform an operation that involves a plant that is not assigned to the specified controlling area. This can happen in various transactions related to cost center accounting, internal orders, or other controlling-related activities.
  Cause:
  
  Plant Not Assigned: The plant you are trying to use is not assigned to the controlling area you are working with.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a configuration issue where the plant has not been properly set up in the controlling area.
  Data Entry Error: The plant or controlling area may have been entered incorrectly in the transaction.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Plant Assignment:
  
  Go to the SAP transaction code OKKP (or navigate through the menu: SPRO > Controlling > General Controlling > Master Data > Cost Center Accounting > Assign Plants to Controlling Areas).
  Verify if the plant (e.g., &2) is assigned to the controlling area (e.g., &1). If it is not, you will need to assign it.
  
  
  
  Assign Plant to Controlling Area:
  
  If the plant is not assigned, you can add it by selecting the appropriate controlling area and then adding the plant to the list of assigned plants.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the configuration settings for both the controlling area and the plant are correct. This includes checking the settings in the controlling area and ensuring that the plant is active.
  
  
  
  Data Entry Verification:
  
  Double-check the entries you made in the transaction to ensure that you are using the correct plant and controlling area codes.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the configuration or the assignment process, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP administrator or functional consultant.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  OKKP: Assign Plants to Controlling Areas
  KS01: Create Cost Center
  KSB1: Cost Centers: Actual Line Items
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to this error message.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the controlling area and plant assignments.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the KK747 error and continue with your SAP operations.