How To Fix ME084 - Business area & not defined (please check your input)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ME - Purchasing: General Messages

• Message number: 084

• Message text: Business area & not defined (please check your input)

What causes this issue?

A precondition for <GL:account_assignment>assignment</> to the
specified <GL:G/L_account>G/L account</> is the prior definition of a
valid <GL:business_area>business area</>.

How to fix this error?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ME084 - Business area & not defined (please check your input) ?

  The SAP error message ME084 ("Business area & not defined (please check your input)") typically occurs when you are trying to process a transaction that requires a business area, but the specified business area is not defined in the system. This error is common in purchasing documents, such as purchase orders or purchase requisitions, where a business area is required for financial reporting and analysis.
  Cause:
  
  Undefined Business Area: The business area you are trying to use in your transaction is not defined in the system.
  Incorrect Input: The business area may have been entered incorrectly, such as a typo or using an obsolete code.
  Configuration Issues: The business area may not be properly configured in the system settings.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Business Area Definition:
  
  Go to the SAP transaction code OBAS (or navigate through the menu: SPRO > Financial Accounting > General Ledger > Business Area > Define Business Areas).
  Verify if the business area you are trying to use is listed and properly defined.
  
  
  
  Correct Input:
  
  Ensure that you are entering the correct business area code in your transaction. Double-check for any typos or incorrect entries.
  
  
  
  Configuration:
  
  If the business area is not defined, you may need to create it. This typically requires appropriate authorization and should be done by someone with configuration access.
  If you are unsure about creating a new business area, consult with your SAP administrator or finance team.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that your user profile has the necessary authorizations to access and use the specified business area.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any relevant documentation or guidelines provided by your organization regarding the use of business areas in SAP.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Business Areas: Business areas are used in SAP for internal reporting purposes and can represent different segments of a business, such as departments, product lines, or geographical regions.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as ME21N (Create Purchase Order), ME22N (Change Purchase Order), and ME23N (Display Purchase Order) where this error might occur.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP support team for further assistance.