How To Fix KO228 - Enter controlling area

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KO - Master data for CO orders

• Message number: 228

• Message text: Enter controlling area

What causes this issue?

The order you entered does not exist.

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?

Enter an existing order.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KO228 - Enter controlling area ?

  The SAP error message KO228, which states "Enter controlling area," typically occurs when a user attempts to perform a transaction related to controlling (CO) without specifying a controlling area. The controlling area is a key organizational unit in SAP that is used for cost accounting and controlling purposes.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Controlling Area: The most common cause of this error is that the controlling area field is left blank in the transaction you are trying to execute.
  Incorrect Configuration: The controlling area may not be properly configured in the system, or the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the controlling area.
  Transaction Context: The transaction you are trying to execute may require a controlling area to be specified, and it is not being passed correctly from the previous screen or context.
  
  Solution:
  
  Enter Controlling Area: When prompted with the KO228 error, simply enter the appropriate controlling area in the designated field. This is usually a four-character code that identifies the controlling area in your SAP system.
  Check User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access the controlling area. If you do not have the required permissions, contact your SAP security administrator.
  Review Configuration: If you are responsible for system configuration, check the settings for the controlling area in the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide (IMG). Ensure that the controlling area is defined and that it is assigned to the relevant company codes.
  Transaction Settings: If you are using a custom transaction or report, verify that it is designed to accept a controlling area input. If not, you may need to modify the transaction or consult with your SAP development team.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Controlling Area Definition: In SAP, a controlling area is an organizational unit that represents a closed system for cost accounting. It can be defined for one or more company codes.
  Transaction Codes: Common transaction codes related to controlling include:
  
  KSB1: Report: Actual Line Items
  KOB1: Report: Actual/Plan Line Items
  KP06: Change Plan Data
  
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help Portal or SAP Notes for detailed documentation on controlling areas and related transactions.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP Notes for any known issues related to the KO228 error.