How To Fix KM195 - Enter a valid controlling area

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KM - Error messages for Profit Center Accounting

• Message number: 195

• Message text: Enter a valid controlling area

What causes this issue?

You started the program without a valid controlling area.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Enter a valid controlling area and restart the program.
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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KM195 - Enter a valid controlling area ?

  The SAP error message KM195, which states "Enter a valid controlling area," typically occurs in the context of controlling (CO) module transactions. This error indicates that the system is unable to recognize or validate the controlling area you have entered. Here are the potential causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Controlling Area: The controlling area you entered does not exist in the system or is not correctly configured.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified controlling area.
  Inactive Controlling Area: The controlling area might be inactive or not assigned to the company code you are working with.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a typographical error in the controlling area code entered.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Verify Controlling Area:
  
  Check if the controlling area you are trying to use exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the controlling area configuration in SAP (Transaction code: OX19).
  Ensure that the controlling area is correctly set up and assigned to the relevant company code.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the controlling area. This can be checked with the help of your SAP security team or by using transaction code SU53 to analyze authorization issues.
  
  
  
  Activate Controlling Area:
  
  If the controlling area is inactive, you may need to activate it. This can be done in the configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Correct Data Entry:
  
  Double-check the controlling area code for any typographical errors. Ensure that you are entering the correct code as per the system's configuration.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the controlling area setup, refer to the SAP documentation or consult with your SAP functional consultant for guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  OX19: To view and manage controlling areas.
  SU53: To check authorization issues.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: 
  
  Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to controlling area errors.
  
  
  
  User Training: 
  
  Ensure that users are trained on how to correctly enter and manage controlling areas in SAP.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the KM195 error and successfully enter a valid controlling area in your SAP system. If the issue persists, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP support team for further assistance.