How To Fix OK037 - COAr in variants is not the same as the current COAr

OK037 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OK - Logical database PS

• Message number: 037

• Message text: COAr in variants is not the same as the current COAr

What causes this issue?

The controlling area &V1& of the variant does not agree with the
current controlling area &V2&.

System Response

INCLUDE NA_ALLG_NOVERARBEITUNG OBJECT DOKU ID TX

How to fix this error?

Enter the correct controlling area.

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OK037 - COAr in variants is not the same as the current COAr ?

  The SAP error message OK037 indicates that there is a mismatch between the controlling area (COAr) defined in the variant you are using and the current controlling area in your session. This typically occurs in the context of reporting or executing transactions related to controlling (CO) where a specific controlling area is expected.
  
  Cause:
  
  Variant Configuration: The variant you are trying to use has been configured with a different controlling area than the one currently active in your session.
  Session Context: You may have switched controlling areas or are working in a different context that does not match the variant's settings.
  User Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorizations for the controlling area defined in the variant.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check the Variant:
  
  Go to the transaction where the error occurs (e.g., report or transaction code).
  Open the variant settings and verify the controlling area (COAr) defined in the variant.
  If it does not match your current controlling area,