How To Fix OPS_SE_PUR004 - Controlling areas must be identical (CO area1 = &1; CO area2 = &2)

OPS_SE_PUR004 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OPS_SE_PUR - Purchasing: Messages for Service Enabling

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Controlling areas must be identical (CO area1 = &1; CO area2 = &2)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OPS_SE_PUR004 - Controlling areas must be identical (CO area1 = &1; CO area2 = &2) ?

  The SAP error message OPS_SE_PUR004 indicates that there is a mismatch between the controlling areas in a transaction or process where the system expects them to be the same. This typically occurs in scenarios involving cost center accounting, internal orders, or any other controlling-related transactions where multiple controlling areas are involved.
  
  Cause:
  The error arises when you attempt to perform an operation that involves two different controlling areas. For example, if you are trying to post a transaction that affects multiple cost centers or internal orders, and those cost centers or orders belong to different controlling areas, the system will throw this error.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the OPS_SE_PUR004 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Controlling Areas: Verify the controlling areas associated with the cost centers, internal orders, or any other objects involved in the transaction. Ensure that they are all assigned to the same controlling area.
  
  
  Adjust the Transaction: If the transaction involves