How To Fix MMPUR_REQ_COMMON048 - Invalid combination of company code and cost center

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MMPUR_REQ_COMMON - Requisition common messages

• Message number: 048

• Message text: Invalid combination of company code and cost center

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MMPUR_REQ_COMMON048 - Invalid combination of company code and cost center ?

  The SAP error message MMPUR_REQ_COMMON048 indicates that there is an invalid combination of company code and cost center in a purchasing document, such as a purchase requisition or purchase order. This error typically arises when the system cannot find a valid relationship between the specified company code and the cost center in the configuration.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Cost Center Assignment: The cost center may not be assigned to the specified company code in the system.
  Inactive Cost Center: The cost center might be inactive or not available for the specified period.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration settings related to the controlling area, company code, and cost center.
  Data Entry Errors: There could be typographical errors in the company code or cost center fields during data entry.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Verify Cost Center Assignment:
  
  Go to the SAP transaction code KS03 (Display Cost Center) and check if the cost center is assigned to the correct company code.
  Ensure that the cost center is active and valid for the relevant fiscal year.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Use transaction code OKKP to check the controlling area settings and ensure that the cost center is correctly assigned to the company code.
  Ensure that the cost center is linked to the appropriate profit center and that the controlling area is assigned to the company code.
  
  
  
  Review Data Entry:
  
  Double-check the entries in the purchase requisition or purchase order for any typographical errors in the company code or cost center fields.
  
  
  
  Consult with Finance Team:
  
  If you are unsure about the configuration or the validity of the cost center, consult with your finance or controlling team to ensure that the cost center is set up correctly.
  
  
  
  Check for Period Lock:
  
  Ensure that the period in which you are trying to use the cost center is not locked for posting.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  KS03: Display Cost Center
  OKKP: Controlling Area Settings
  ME51N: Create Purchase Requisition
  ME21N: Create Purchase Order
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to cost center accounting and purchasing processes for further insights.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the MMPUR_REQ_COMMON048 error message.