How To Fix PB071 - Controlling area &4 not allowed for FM area &3 of object &1 &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PB - PD: Message IDs Org. Management

• Message number: 071

• Message text: Controlling area &4 not allowed for FM area &3 of object &1 &2

What causes this issue?

The financial management area &V3& is defined for object &V1& &V2& via
the company code stored in the 'Account Assignment Features' infotype
(1008). The controlling area &V4& is not allowed for FM area &V3&.

How to fix this error?

Choose a controlling area that is allowed for the FM area &V3&.

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PB071 - Controlling area &4 not allowed for FM area &3 of object &1 &2 ?

  The SAP error message PB071 indicates that there is a mismatch between the controlling area and the funds management (FM) area in the context of a specific object. This error typically arises when you are trying to post a transaction that involves a controlling area that is not compatible with the specified FM area.
  Cause:
  The error occurs due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Configuration Mismatch: The controlling area you are trying to use is not assigned to the FM area in the system configuration.
  Incorrect Object Reference: The object (such as a cost center, internal order, etc.) you are trying to post to is not correctly linked to the specified controlling area or FM area.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a mistake in the data entry where the wrong controlling area or FM area is being referenced.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP and verify that the controlling area is correctly assigned to the FM area.
  Use transaction code OBY6 to check the assignment of controlling areas to FM areas.
  
  
  
  Verify Object Assignment:
  
  Ensure that the object you are trying to post to (e.g., cost center, internal order) is assigned to the correct controlling area and FM area.
  You can check the master data of the object to confirm its assignments.
  
  
  
  Correct Data Entry:
  
  Review the transaction you are trying to post and ensure that you are using the correct controlling area and FM area.
  If you are entering data manually, double-check for any typographical errors.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the configuration or assignments, refer to the SAP documentation or consult with your SAP administrator or functional consultant.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, try to re-execute the transaction to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  OBY6 - Assign Controlling Area to FM Area
  KS01 - Create Cost Center
  KO01 - Create Internal Order
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to this error message.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to perform the actions related to controlling areas and FM areas.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the PB071 error in SAP.