How To Fix RQ087 - Business area & invalid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RQ - Messages for Cash Management and Forecast

• Message number: 087

• Message text: Business area & invalid

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RQ087 - Business area & invalid ?

  The SAP error message RQ087 ("Business area & invalid") typically occurs when there is an issue with the business area specified in a transaction or document. This error indicates that the business area entered is not valid or does not exist in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Business Area: The business area specified in the transaction does not exist in the system or has been deactivated.
  Configuration Issues: The business area may not be properly configured in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified business area.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be a typographical error in the business area code entered.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Business Area Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP and verify that the business area in question is defined and active.
  Use transaction code OBAS to check the configuration of business areas.
  
  
  
  Verify Business Area Code:
  
  Ensure that the business area code entered in the transaction is correct. Check for any typographical errors.
  You can use transaction code OBA5 to view the list of valid business areas.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Check if the user has the necessary authorizations to access the specified business area. This can be done by reviewing the user's roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If the business area is supposed to be valid, consult the relevant documentation or your SAP support team to understand why it might be marked as invalid.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making any changes, test the transaction again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Business Areas: Business areas are used in SAP for internal reporting purposes and can be defined for various organizational units.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OBAS (Define Business Areas) and OBA5 (Maintain Business Area).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting the SAP community for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the RQ087 error in SAP.