How To Fix KM771 - Transfer controlling area or company code

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 771

• Message text: Transfer controlling area or company code

What causes this issue?

An error occurred while the system was calling up a check module for
profit centers. Either a controlling area (parameter KOKRS) or a
company code (parameter BUKRS) needs to be transferred to the module.

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?

A program error exists in the check module.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KM771 - Transfer controlling area or company code ?

  The SAP error message KM771 ("Transfer controlling area or company code") typically occurs in the context of controlling (CO) and financial accounting (FI) when there is a mismatch or inconsistency between the controlling area and the company code in a transaction or configuration.
  Cause:
  
  Mismatch in Configuration: The controlling area is not properly assigned to the company code in the system configuration.
  Incorrect Data Entry: The user may have entered a controlling area or company code that does not correspond to the other in the transaction.
  Missing Assignment: The controlling area may not be assigned to the company code in the system settings.
  Transaction Context: The transaction being executed may require a specific controlling area that is not linked to the company code being used.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide (SPRO).
  Navigate to Controlling > General Controlling > Master Data > Controlling Area > Assign Company Code to Controlling Area.
  Ensure that the controlling area is correctly assigned to the relevant company code.
  
  
  
  Verify Data Entry:
  
  Double-check the entries in the transaction where the error occurred. Ensure that the controlling area and company code are correctly specified and correspond to each other.
  
  
  
  Review Transaction Settings:
  
  If you are using a specific transaction (like creating a cost center, internal order, etc.), ensure that the settings and parameters are correctly set up to reflect the appropriate controlling area and company code.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for specific transactions to understand the requirements for controlling area and company code.
  
  
  
  User Authorization:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the controlling area and company code in question.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may encounter this error in various transactions related to controlling, such as creating cost centers (KS01), internal orders (KO01), or during financial postings.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the KM771 error and ensure that your controlling area and company code are correctly aligned in your SAP system.