How To Fix PB356 - Change of company code/controlling area not possible - execute action

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 356

• Message text: Change of company code/controlling area not possible - execute action

What causes this issue?

Change of company code or change of controlling area is not allowed
here.

System Response

The action cannot be performed.

How to fix this error?

Perform an 'Organizational Reassignment' action.

Procedure for System Administrators

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 PB356 - Change of company code/controlling area not possible - execute action ?

  The SAP error message PB356, which states "Change of company code/controlling area not possible - execute action," typically occurs when there is an attempt to change the company code or controlling area in a context where such a change is not allowed. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when trying to change the organizational structure in a transaction that does not permit it or when there are dependencies that prevent the change.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Transaction Context: The transaction you are using may not support changing the company code or controlling area.
  Data Dependencies: There may be existing data that is linked to the current company code or controlling area, which prevents the change.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the company code or controlling area.
  Configuration Settings: The system configuration may restrict changes to the company code or controlling area under certain conditions.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Transaction: Ensure that you are using the correct transaction for the intended change. Some transactions are designed for specific purposes and may not allow changes to organizational structures.
  Review Data Dependencies: Investigate if there are any existing records (e.g., financial documents, master data) that are linked to the company code or controlling area. You may need to clear or adjust these records before making changes.
  Authorization Check: Verify that you have the necessary authorizations to change the company code or controlling area. If not, contact your system administrator to obtain the required permissions.
  Consult Configuration: Review the configuration settings in the SAP system to see if there are any restrictions in place regarding changes to the company code or controlling area. This may involve consulting with your SAP Basis or configuration team.
  Execute Action: If the error message suggests executing an action, follow the instructions provided in the message. This may involve completing a specific task or navigating to a different part of the system to perform the change.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common problems.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for the specific module you are working with (e.g., FI, CO) to understand the implications of changing company codes or controlling areas.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal IT support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.