How To Fix KR329 - Enter one controlling area

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KR - Archiving Reports and Utilities

• Message number: 329

• Message text: Enter one controlling area

What causes this issue?

To select the objects for which line items are to be archived you
entered the general <DS:GLOS.3526BA3DAFAB52B9E10000009B38F974>set</>
&V1&. Set &V1& is a set for field &V2&. You did not, however, enter a
controlling area, or you entered more than one controlling area.

System Response

The system rejected the entry, as the selection is not unique. For
general sets for the fields KOSTL or PRZNR you can choose
<DS:GLOS.3526B5D5AFAB52B9E10000009B38F974>cost centers</> (CTR) or
<DS:GLOS.3526B66EAFAB52B9E10000009B38F974>business processes</> (BPR).
It can, however, happen that cost centers or business processes with
the same name exist in different controlling areas.

How to fix this error?

If you entered a controlling area, delete the restriction from this
field. Enter just the controlling area for which you want to archive
the data.
For further information on the correct input of groups or sets, see the
F1 help for the <DS:DE.COOM_ARC_SETNAME>"Group or set"</> field.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KR329 - Enter one controlling area ?

  The SAP error message KR329 ("Enter one controlling area") typically occurs in the context of controlling (CO) module transactions, particularly when you are trying to perform an action that requires a controlling area to be specified, but none has been provided.
  Cause:
  The error is usually triggered by one of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Controlling Area: The user has not entered a controlling area in the relevant field.
  Incorrect Configuration: The system may not be properly configured to recognize the controlling area for the transaction being executed.
  User Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the controlling area.
  Transaction Context: The transaction being executed may not be set up to automatically derive the controlling area from the context (e.g., from the company code).
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the KR329 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Enter a Controlling Area: 
  
  When prompted, ensure that you enter a valid controlling area in the relevant field. This is often a mandatory field in CO-related transactions.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Verify that the controlling area is correctly configured in the system. You can do this by navigating to the controlling area settings in the SAP configuration (transaction code OX19 for controlling area settings).
  
  
  
  Review User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the controlling area. This can be checked with your SAP security team or by reviewing the user roles assigned.
  
  
  
  Check Transaction Settings:
  
  If you are using a custom transaction or report, ensure that it is designed to handle controlling area inputs correctly. You may need to consult with your ABAP developer or SAP consultant.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for the specific transaction you are using to ensure that you are following the correct procedures.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Common transaction codes related to controlling areas include:
  
  KSB1: Report: Actual Line Items
  KOB1: Report: Orders: Actual Line Items
  KKAO: Analyze Actual Overhead
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance related to this error.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP support team for further assistance.