How To Fix KZ301 - The controlling area will be ignored

KZ301 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 301

• Message text: The controlling area will be ignored

What causes this issue?

Production variances are either calculated for all the cost objects in
the controlling area or for one group of cost objects which you select.
You entered both a controlling area and a group of cost objects.

System Response

The system ignores the controlling area you entered.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

KZ301 - Details

• The SAP error message KZ301 ("The controlling area will be ignored") typically occurs in the context of controlling (CO) and financial accounting (FI) modules when there is an issue with the configuration or assignment of controlling areas in the system. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  
  Cause:
  
  Controlling Area Not Assigned: The controlling area may not be assigned to the company code or the relevant organizational units.
  Inconsistent Settings: There may be inconsistencies in the settings between the controlling area and the company code, such as different currencies or fiscal year variants.
  Inactive Controlling Area: The controlling area might be inactive or not properly configured.
  Missing Master Data: Required master data (like cost centers, internal orders, etc.) may not be set up correctly in the controlling area.
  Transaction Context: The transaction being executed may not be relevant for the controlling area, leading the system to ignore it.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Assignment: Ensure that the