How To Fix REMMMN028 - Reference company code &1 is not assigned to a controlling area

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: REMMMN - Messages for Mandate Master Data

• Message number: 028

• Message text: Reference company code &1 is not assigned to a controlling area

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message REMMMN028 - Reference company code &1 is not assigned to a controlling area ?

  The SAP error message REMMMN028 indicates that a reference company code is not assigned to a controlling area. This typically occurs in the context of financial accounting and controlling modules when there is an attempt to perform a transaction that requires a valid assignment between a company code and a controlling area.
  Cause:
  The error arises when:
  
  A company code is referenced in a transaction or configuration that requires it to be linked to a controlling area.
  The company code has not been assigned to any controlling area in the system.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to assign the company code to a controlling area. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen.
  Navigate to the following path: 
  SPRO -> SAP Reference IMG -> Controlling -> General Controlling -> Master Data -> Maintain Controlling Area
  
  
  
  
  Assign Company Code to Controlling Area:
  
  In the configuration menu, look for the option to assign company codes to controlling areas.
  Select the controlling area you want to work with.
  Add the company code that is causing the error to the list of assigned company codes.
  
  
  
  Check for Existing Assignments:
  
  Ensure that the company code is not already assigned to another controlling area, as a company code can only be assigned to one controlling area at a time.
  
  
  
  Save Changes:
  
  After making the necessary assignments, save your changes.
  
  
  
  Test the Transaction:
  
  Retry the transaction that previously generated the error to confirm that the issue has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Controlling Area: A controlling area is an organizational unit in SAP that represents a closed system for cost accounting. It can contain one or more company codes.
  Company Code: A company code is the smallest organizational unit in financial accounting for which a complete self-contained set of accounts can be drawn up.
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like OBY6 (to maintain company code) and OKKP (to maintain controlling area) for quick access to the relevant settings.
  
  Additional Considerations:
  
  Ensure that the company code and controlling area are set up correctly in terms of currency and fiscal year variant.
  If you are working in a multi-client environment, ensure that you are making changes in the correct client.
  If you are unsure about the implications of assigning a company code to a controlling area, consult with your SAP functional consultant or system administrator.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the REMMMN028 error and ensure that your company code is properly linked to a controlling area in SAP.