How To Fix KO379 - Enter new company code for controlling area &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KO - Master data for CO orders

• Message number: 379

• Message text: Enter new company code for controlling area &

What causes this issue?

You have set controlling area &v1&. Set also the company code as new.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KO379 - Enter new company code for controlling area & ?

  The SAP error message KO379 ("Enter new company code for controlling area &") typically occurs in the context of controlling (CO) module transactions, particularly when you are trying to create or modify a controlling area and the system requires a valid company code to be associated with it.
  Cause:
  The error arises when:
  
  You are trying to assign a controlling area to a company code that does not exist or is not properly configured.
  The controlling area you are working with is not linked to any company code, or the company code you are trying to use is not valid for the controlling area.
  There may be inconsistencies in the configuration settings between the controlling area and the company code.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the KO379 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Company Code Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code OBY6 (or SPRO -> Financial Accounting -> General Settings -> Company Code -> Define Company Code) and ensure that the company code you are trying to use is correctly defined and active.
  
  
  
  Check Controlling Area Configuration:
  
  Use transaction code OKKP (or SPRO -> Controlling -> General Controlling -> Master Data -> Controlling Area -> Define Controlling Area) to verify that the controlling area is correctly set up and that it is linked to the appropriate company codes.
  
  
  
  Assign Company Code to Controlling Area:
  
  If the company code is not assigned to the controlling area, you can do this in transaction OKKP. Make sure that the company code you want to use is included in the list of assigned company codes for the controlling area.
  
  
  
  Check for Inactive Company Codes:
  
  Ensure that the company code is not marked as inactive. Inactive company codes cannot be used in controlling area assignments.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the controlling area and company code settings.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are still facing issues, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  OBY6: Define Company Code
  OKKP: Define Controlling Area
  SPRO: Access to the SAP Implementation Guide (IMG)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to this error message.
  
  
  SAP Community: You can also search for discussions or solutions in the SAP Community forums, where other users may have encountered and resolved similar issues.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the KO379 error and successfully link your controlling area with the appropriate company code.