How To Fix 56273 - Master cost center missing for PersNo &

56273 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 56 - HR TRAVEL: Messages for Trip Costs Dialog

• Message number: 273

• Message text: Master cost center missing for PersNo &

What causes this issue?

There is no master cost center for the above personnel number.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Set up a master cost center in infotype 0001 (Organizational
Assignment) for the personnel number.
As an alternative you have the option to create a travel
expenses-specific cost center in infotype 0017 (Travel Privileges) or
in infotype 0027 (Cost Assignment, subtype 02).

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 56273 - Master cost center missing for PersNo & ?

  The SAP error message "56273 Master cost center missing for PersNo &" typically indicates that there is a missing master cost center assignment for a specific personnel number (PersNo) in the system. This error often arises during payroll processing or when trying to post costs related to personnel.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Master Data: The personnel number (PersNo) does not have a corresponding master cost center assigned in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for cost centers or personnel administration may not be set up correctly.
  Data Migration Issues: If data was migrated from another system, some records may not have been transferred correctly, leading to missing assignments.
  Changes in Organizational Structure: Changes in the organizational structure may have resulted in the cost center being deleted or changed without updating the personnel records.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Master Data:
  
  Go to the personnel administration (PA) module and check the master data for the specific personnel number.
  Ensure that a valid cost center