How To Fix KZ036 - Plant & is not assigned to a company code


SAP Error Message - Details

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: KZ - Cost Object Repetitive Mfg / Process Mfg

  • Message number: 036

  • Message text: Plant & is not assigned to a company code

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  • What causes this issue?

    A cost object ID must be assigned to both a company code and a
    controlling area. If you enter a plant, the system attempts to
    determine the company code and then the controlling area. In your case,
    the plant you entered is not assigned to a company code.

    How to fix this error?

    Assign plant &v1& to a company code.

    Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.


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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KZ036 - Plant & is not assigned to a company code ?

    The SAP error message KZ036 indicates that a specific plant is not assigned to any company code in the system. This is a common issue that can arise when setting up or configuring plants and company codes in SAP.

    Cause:

    The error occurs when:

    1. A plant is created but not linked to a company code.
    2. The plant is referenced in a transaction (like creating a purchase order, production order, etc.) but lacks the necessary assignment to a company code.
    3. There may be a configuration issue or oversight during the setup of organizational units in SAP.

    Solution:

    To resolve the KZ036 error, you need to assign the plant to a company code. Here are the steps to do this:

    1. Access the SPRO Transaction:

      • Go to the SAP Easy Access screen and enter the transaction code SPRO.
      • Click on "SAP Reference IMG" to access the configuration settings.
    2. Navigate to the Plant Assignment:

      • Follow the path: Enterprise Structure -> Definition -> Logistics - General -> Define, copy, delete, check plant.
      • Alternatively, you can navigate to Enterprise Structure -> Assignment -> Logistics - General -> Assign Plant to Company Code.
    3. Assign the Plant:

      • In the assignment screen, you will see a list of plants and company codes.
      • Select the plant that is causing the error and assign it to the appropriate company code.
      • Save your changes.
    4. Verify the Assignment:

      • After making the assignment, you can verify it by checking the plant details in the transaction code OX10 (for plant details) or OX18 (for company code assignment).
    5. Test the Transaction:

      • After the assignment is made, try to execute the transaction that previously generated the error to ensure that the issue is resolved.

    Related Information:

    • Transaction Codes:

      • SPRO: Access to the SAP Reference IMG.
      • OX10: Display/Change Plant.
      • OX18: Assign Plant to Company Code.
    • Organizational Structure:

      • Understanding the relationship between company codes, plants, and other organizational units is crucial for proper configuration in SAP.
    • Documentation:

      • Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed guidance on organizational structure and configuration.
    • User Roles:

      • Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the organizational structure in SAP.

    By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the KZ036 error and ensure that your plant is correctly assigned to a company code in SAP.

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