How To Fix KM543 - Company code &1 does not belong to controlling area &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 543

• Message text: Company code &1 does not belong to controlling area &2

What causes this issue?

You have specified company code &V1&, which does not belong to
controlling area &V2&.

How to fix this error?

Check your entry.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KM543 - Company code &1 does not belong to controlling area &2 ?

  The SAP error message KM543 indicates that there is a mismatch between the company code and the controlling area in your SAP system. Specifically, it means that the company code you are trying to use does not belong to the specified controlling area. This error typically occurs in the context of financial and controlling (CO) transactions.
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Issue: The company code is not assigned to the controlling area in the configuration settings.
  Incorrect Data Entry: The user may have entered the wrong company code or controlling area in the transaction.
  Master Data Issues: The master data for either the company code or controlling area may not be set up correctly.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the KM543 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Company Code and Controlling Area Assignment:
  
  Go to the SAP transaction code OBY6 (or navigate through the menu: SPRO > Financial Accounting > Financial Accounting Global Settings > Company Code > Assign Company Code to Controlling Area).
  Verify that the company code in question is assigned to the correct controlling area.
  
  
  
  Correct Data Entry:
  
  Ensure that you are entering the correct company code and controlling area in your transaction. Double-check for any typos or incorrect selections.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the master data for both the company code and controlling area to ensure they are set up correctly. This includes verifying that the controlling area is active and properly configured.
  
  
  
  Consult with Configuration Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to make changes, consult with your SAP configuration team or system administrator to ensure that the settings are correct.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making any changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  OBY6 - Assign Company Code to Controlling Area
  OKKP - Maintain Controlling Area
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed steps on configuring company codes and controlling areas.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the appropriate roles and authorizations to access the relevant transactions and make changes.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the KM543 error and ensure that your company code is correctly linked to the appropriate controlling area.