How To Fix KW053 - Business process &2 is not assigned to a business area

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KW - CO-ABC Activity-Based Costing

• Message number: 053

• Message text: Business process &2 is not assigned to a business area

What causes this issue?

Business process &v2& in controlling area &v1& is not
assigned to any business area on &v3&.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KW053 - Business process &2 is not assigned to a business area ?

  The SAP error message KW053 indicates that a specific business process (denoted by &2) is not assigned to a business area. This error typically arises in the context of SAP Controlling (CO) and can affect various functionalities, such as reporting and cost allocation.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the business process you are trying to use is not linked to any business area in the system. Business areas are used in SAP to represent different segments of an organization for reporting purposes, and if a business process is not assigned to a business area, it cannot be utilized in transactions or reports that require this assignment.
  Solution:
  To resolve the KW053 error, you need to ensure that the business process is correctly assigned to a business area. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the Configuration Settings:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen.
  Navigate to the following path: SPRO -> SAP Reference IMG -> Controlling -> General Controlling -> Business Process -> Define Business Processes.
  
  
  
  Check Business Process Assignment:
  
  In the configuration screen, look for the business process that is causing the error.
  Verify if it is assigned to a business area. If it is not, you will need to assign it.
  
  
  
  Assign Business Process to Business Area:
  
  Select the business process and edit its settings.
  Assign the appropriate business area to the business process.
  
  
  
  Save Changes:
  
  After making the necessary changes, save your configuration.
  
  
  
  Test the Changes:
  
  Go back to the transaction or report that was generating the error and test to see if the issue has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Business Areas: These are organizational units that allow for the segmentation of financial reporting. Ensure that your business processes are aligned with the business areas defined in your organization.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OKKP (for controlling area settings) and KOB1 (for displaying actual line items) to help troubleshoot related issues.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more detailed information on business processes and their configuration.
  
  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 or additional troubleshooting steps.