How To Fix QV120 - First create the cost center & and the controlling area &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: QV - QM usage decisions

• Message number: 120

• Message text: First create the cost center & and the controlling area &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message QV120 - First create the cost center & and the controlling area & ?

  The SAP error message QV120 ("First create the cost center & and the controlling area &") typically occurs when you are trying to perform an operation that requires a cost center and a controlling area that have not yet been created in the system. This error is common in modules related to Controlling (CO) and can arise during various transactions, such as when posting costs or creating internal orders.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Cost Center: The cost center you are trying to use does not exist in the system.
  Missing Controlling Area: The controlling area associated with the cost center is not defined or does not exist.
  Incorrect Configuration: The cost center may not be assigned to the correct controlling area, or the controlling area may not be properly configured.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the QV120 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Create the Cost Center:
  
  Navigate to the transaction code KS01 (Create Cost Center).
  Enter the required details such as the controlling area, cost center name, and other relevant information.
  Save the cost center.
  
  
  
  Create the Controlling Area:
  
  If the controlling area does not exist, you can create it using transaction code OKA0 (Create Controlling Area).
  Fill in the necessary details and save the controlling area.
  
  
  
  Check Assignments:
  
  Ensure that the cost center is assigned to the correct controlling area. You can check this using transaction code KS02 (Change Cost Center) and verify the controlling area assignment.
  
  
  
  Verify Configuration:
  
  Make sure that the controlling area is properly configured and that all necessary settings are in place. This includes checking the settings for cost center accounting and ensuring that the controlling area is active.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After creating the cost center and controlling area, try to perform the operation again that triggered the error to see if it has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  KS01: Create Cost Center
  KS02: Change Cost Center
  OKA0: Create Controlling Area
  OKKP: Activate Controlling Area
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed steps on creating cost centers and controlling areas.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to create cost centers and controlling areas in SAP.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the QV120 error and continue with your operations in SAP.