KO124 - Combination company / CO area is invalid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KO - Master data for CO orders

• Message number: 124

• Message text: Combination company / CO area is invalid

What causes this issue?

The combination of company code &v1& and controlling area &v2& does not
exist.

How to fix this error?

Select a valid combination of company code and 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 KO124 - Combination company / CO area is invalid ?

  The SAP error message KO124, which states "Combination company / CO area is invalid," typically occurs in the context of controlling (CO) module transactions. This error indicates that the combination of the company code and the controlling area you are trying to use is not valid or not configured correctly in the system.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The controlling area may not be assigned to the company code in the configuration settings.
  Inactive Controlling Area: The controlling area might be inactive or not properly set up.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a typographical error in the company code or controlling area entered in the transaction.
  Missing Assignment: The company code may not be assigned to the controlling area in the system settings.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  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 company code is correctly assigned to the controlling area you are trying to use.
  
  
  
  Verify Active Status:
  
  Ensure that the controlling area is active. You can check this in the same configuration area where you assign company codes.
  
  
  
  Correct Data Entry:
  
  Double-check the entries for the company code and controlling area in the transaction where the error occurred. Ensure there are no typographical errors.
  
  
  
  Review User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the controlling area and company code.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If the issue persists, consult SAP documentation or reach out to your SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may encounter this error in various transactions related to controlling, such as CO01 (Create Production Order), CO02 (Change Production Order), or when posting costs.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on the correct procedures for entering data related to controlling areas and company codes to minimize errors.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the KO124 error and ensure that the combination of company code and controlling area is valid in your SAP system.