How To Fix LR138 - Enter a controlling area

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: LR - CATS: Cross-Application Time Sheet

• Message number: 138

• Message text: Enter a controlling area

What causes this issue?

The system requires a controlling area for validations for &V1&.

How to fix this error?

Specify the controlling area.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message LR138 - Enter a controlling area ?

  The SAP error message LR138, which states "Enter a controlling area," typically occurs when a user attempts to perform an action that requires a controlling area to be specified, but it has not been provided. This error is commonly encountered in the context of controlling (CO) module transactions, such as when creating or modifying cost centers, internal orders, or other controlling-related objects.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Controlling Area: The most common cause of this error is that the controlling area field is either blank or not filled in the transaction you are trying to execute.
  User Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the controlling area.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the system that prevent the controlling area from being recognized.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Enter Controlling Area: Ensure that you enter a valid controlling area in the relevant field. This is usually a mandatory field in transactions related to cost accounting.
  Check User Authorizations: