How To Fix KM546 - Valuation area &1 is not possible in company code &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 546

• Message text: Valuation area &1 is not possible in company code &2

What causes this issue?

You have entered both a valuation area interval and a company code when
maintaining the entry for a derivation step.
However, valuation area &V1& does not belong to company code &V2&.
Therefore this entry is not logical.

How to fix this error?

Check your entres for the valuation area interval and the company code.
You should generally avoid using both a company code and valuation
areas as source fields for derivation, since the company code is
redundant in this case.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KM546 - Valuation area &1 is not possible in company code &2 ?

  The SAP error message KM546, which states "Valuation area &1 is not possible in company code &2," typically occurs in the context of controlling and financial accounting when there is an issue with the configuration of valuation areas in relation to company codes.
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Issues: The valuation area specified in the transaction does not match the configuration settings in the system. This can happen if the valuation area is not assigned to the company code in the system settings.
  Missing Master Data: The master data for the valuation area may not be properly set up or may be missing for the specified company code.
  Incorrect Transaction: The transaction being executed may not be valid for the specified valuation area and company code combination.
  Cross-Company Code Issues: If you are trying to perform a transaction that involves multiple company codes, the valuation area may not be correctly defined for all involved company codes.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP (Transaction SPRO).
  Navigate to Controlling > Cost Element Accounting > Master Data > Cost Elements > Define Valuation Areas.
  Ensure that the valuation area is correctly assigned to the company code in question.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the master data for the valuation area and ensure that it is correctly set up for the specified company code.
  You can use transaction codes like KA03 (Display Cost Element) to review the details.
  
  
  
  Validate Transaction:
  
  Ensure that the transaction you are trying to execute is valid for the valuation area and company code combination.
  If necessary, consult the documentation or help resources for the specific transaction.
  
  
  
  Cross-Company Code Configuration:
  
  If the transaction involves multiple company codes, ensure that all relevant company codes have the necessary configuration for the valuation area.
  Check if the valuation area is defined for all company codes involved in the transaction.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant notes or updates that may address this specific error message.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO (Customizing), KA03 (Display Cost Element), and others that may help in troubleshooting.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to controlling and financial accounting for more insights into valuation areas and company codes.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and modify the configuration settings.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in controlling and financial accounting.