How To Fix SAWE_BO_SA402 - Selection screen: only organizational unit or controlling area allowed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SAWE_BO_SA - Message class for BO Staff Assignment

• Message number: 402

• Message text: Selection screen: only organizational unit or controlling area allowed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SAWE_BO_SA402 - Selection screen: only organizational unit or controlling area allowed ?

  The SAP error message SAWE_BO_SA402 typically occurs when there is an issue with the selection criteria in a report or transaction that requires either an organizational unit or a controlling area to be specified, but not both. This error is common in SAP modules related to controlling (CO) and financial accounting (FI).
  Cause:
  The error arises when:
  
  Both an organizational unit (like a cost center or profit center) and a controlling area are specified in the selection screen.
  The system is designed to accept only one of these parameters at a time for the specific report or transaction you are trying to execute.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can follow these steps:
  
  Review Selection Criteria: Go back to the selection screen of the report or transaction that triggered the error.
  Adjust Input Parameters:
  
  If you have entered both an organizational unit and a controlling area, remove one of them.
  If you need to filter by a specific organizational unit, ensure that you only enter that and leave the controlling area field blank, or vice versa.
  
  
  Re-run the Report/Transaction: After making the necessary adjustments, try executing the report or transaction again.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: This error can occur in various transaction codes related to reporting in controlling and financial accounting, such as KSB1 (Cost Centers: Actual Line Items), S_ALR_87013611 (Cost Centers: Actual/Plan/Variance), etc.
  Documentation: Check the SAP Help Portal or your organization's SAP documentation for specific guidelines on the report or transaction you are using.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access the organizational units or controlling areas you are trying to report on.
  SAP Notes: Sometimes, specific issues may be addressed in SAP Notes. Check for any relevant notes that might provide additional context or solutions.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.