How To Fix KZ170 - Plant & does not belong to the controlling area of cost object &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 170

• Message text: Plant & does not belong to the controlling area of cost object &

What causes this issue?

Plant &v1& is not assigned to controlling area &v3& to which
<DS:GLOS.cost_object_ID>cost object ID</> &v2& belongs.

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 a plant that is assigned to controlling area &v3&, or change the
controlling area in the master data for cost object ID &v2&.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KZ170 - Plant & does not belong to the controlling area of cost object & ?

  The SAP error message KZ170 indicates that there is a mismatch between the plant and the controlling area associated with a cost object. This typically occurs when you are trying to post costs or perform transactions that involve a cost object (like a cost center, internal order, or project) that is not linked to the plant you are using.
  Cause:
  
  Plant and Controlling Area Mismatch: The plant you are trying to use is not assigned to the controlling area of the cost object. Each plant in SAP is linked to a specific controlling area, and if they do not match, this error will occur.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a configuration issue in the system where the plant is not properly assigned to the controlling area in the configuration settings.
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect data entry when creating or modifying cost objects or plants can lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Plant Assignment:
  
  Go to the SAP configuration (SPRO) and navigate to the following path:
  Controlling -> General Controlling -> Assign Plants to Controlling Areas
  
  Ensure that the plant in question is assigned to the correct controlling area.
  
  
  
  Verify Cost Object Settings:
  
  Check the settings of the cost object (cost center, internal order, etc.) to ensure it is correctly configured and linked to the appropriate controlling area.
  
  
  
  Review Transaction Data:
  
  If you are entering data manually, double-check the entries to ensure that the correct plant and cost object are being used.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Basis or Configuration Team:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consult with your SAP Basis or configuration team to ensure that the system settings are correct and that there are no underlying issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like KS01 (Create Cost Center), KO01 (Create Internal Order), or CJ01 (Create Project) to check the settings of the cost objects.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for detailed information on controlling area and plant assignments.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the KZ170 error message in SAP.