How To Fix WPSOR005 - Task list &1: resulting work center &2 has the wrong controlling area

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WPSOR - Order Reallocation

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Task list &1: resulting work center &2 has the wrong controlling area

What causes this issue?

The system tried to create an order for main work center &V3& from task
list &V1&. The resulting work center &V2& does not belong to
controlling area &V4&.

System Response

The work center of the task list operation cannot be converted. The
order creation process was canceled.

How to fix this error?

Check the conversion rules with transaction <LS>mebor</>. Make sure
that the resulting work center belongs to the same controlling area as
the work center of the task list operation.

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.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WPSOR005 - Task list &1: resulting work center &2 has the wrong controlling area ?

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  SAP Error Message:
  WPSOR005 Task list &1: resulting work center &2 has the wrong controlling area
  
  Meaning / Cause:
  This error occurs when you try to use a task list (routing) in a production order or maintenance order, and the work center assigned in the task list belongs to a different controlling area than the one assigned to the order or the plant.
  
  Controlling Area is an organizational unit in SAP Controlling (CO) that represents a closed system for cost accounting purposes.
  Each work center is assigned to a controlling area.
  The task list references work centers.
  If the controlling area of the work center in the task list does not match the controlling area of the order or plant, SAP throws this error.
  
  
  Why is this a problem?
  
  Controlling areas are used to collect and control costs.
  Cross-controlling area assignments are not allowed because cost accounting data would be inconsistent.
  The system enforces that all work centers used in a task list must belong to the same controlling area as the order.
  
  
  How to Identify:
  
  &1 = Task list number
  &2 = Work center number with the wrong controlling area
  
  Check the controlling area of the work center &2 and compare it with the controlling area of the plant or order.
  
  Solution / How to Fix:
  
  
  Check Controlling Area of Work Center:
  
  Transaction: CR03 (Display Work Center)
  Check the controlling area assigned to the work center &2.
  
  
  
  Check Controlling Area of Plant / Order:
  
  For plant: Use OX10 to check the controlling area assigned to the plant.
  For order: Check the controlling area assigned to the order (production or maintenance).
  
  
  
  Align Controlling Areas:
  
  The controlling area of the work center must match the controlling area of the plant/order.
  Options:
  
  Change the work center in the task list to one that belongs to the correct controlling area.
  Create a new work center in the correct controlling area and assign it to the task list.
  Change the controlling area of the plant (not recommended as it affects many processes).
  Use a task list with work centers that belong to the correct controlling area.
  
  
  
  
  
  Adjust Task List:
  
  If the task list is assigned to a plant with a different controlling area, either:
  
  Create a new task list for the correct plant/controlling area.
  Or adjust the work centers in the task list.
  
  
  
  
  
  Check Customizing:
  
  Ensure that the controlling area assignment in SPRO under Enterprise Structure is consistent.
  
  
  
  
  Additional Notes:
  
  This error is common when companies have multiple controlling areas and plants assigned to different controlling areas.
  Cross-controlling area cost postings are not supported in standard SAP.
  Always ensure master data consistency between work centers, plants, and controlling areas.
  If you are using Plant Maintenance (PM) or Production Planning (PP), this consistency is crucial for order costing and settlement.
  
  
  Summary:
  
  
  
  Aspect
  Details
  
  
  
  
  Error Message
  WPSOR005 Task list &1: resulting work center &2 has the wrong controlling area
  
  
  Cause
  Work center in task list belongs to a different controlling area than the order/plant
  
  
  Effect
  System prevents use of task list due to controlling area mismatch
  
  
  Solution
  Align controlling areas by changing work center, task list, or plant assignment
  
  
  Transactions to Check
  CR03 (work center), OX10 (plant controlling area), task list maintenance transactions
  
  
  
  
  If you need help with specific steps or transactions, feel free to ask!