How To Fix KM698 - Company code &1 does not belong to the current controlling area

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 698

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

What causes this issue?

Company code &V1& belongs to controlling area &V3&, not &V2&.

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?

You cannot copy plan data from one controlling area to another.
Either enter a company code that belongs to the current controlling
area, or switch to a different controlling area using the function
<DS:SIMG.SIMG_CFMENUORK1OKKS>Set controlling area</>.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KM698 - Company code &1 does not belong to the current controlling area ?

  The SAP error message KM698 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 controlling area you are currently working with.
  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 the company code or controlling area may not be set up correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide (SPRO).
  Navigate to Controlling > Cost Center Accounting > Master Data > Cost Centers > Assign Company Code to Controlling Area.
  Ensure that the company code in question is assigned to the correct controlling area.
  
  
  
  Verify Data Entry:
  
  Double-check the transaction where the error occurred to ensure that the correct company code and controlling area are being used.
  If you are using a report or transaction that requires input, make sure the values entered are correct.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the master data for both the company code and the controlling area to ensure they are set up correctly.
  You can use transaction codes like OX02 (for company codes) and OX19 (for controlling areas) to review their settings.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Basis or Functional Team:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP Basis or functional team to investigate further.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  OX02: Change Company Code
  OX19: Change Controlling Area
  OX16: Assign Company Code to 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 necessary authorizations to access the company code and controlling area in question.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the KM698 error and ensure that the company code is correctly associated with the controlling area in your SAP system.