How To Fix 56287 - The trip to be saved entailed no costs

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 287

• Message text: The trip to be saved entailed no costs

What causes this issue?

You are using commitments management. Since the trip to be saved does
not entail any costs in its present form, no commitment is set up.

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 56287 - The trip to be saved entailed no costs ?

  The SAP error message 56287, which states "The trip to be saved entailed no costs," typically occurs in the context of travel management within SAP. This error indicates that the system has detected that the trip you are trying to save does not have any associated costs, which is often a requirement for processing travel expenses.
  Cause:
  
  No Cost Entries: The trip may not have any cost entries associated with it, such as travel expenses, accommodation, or other reimbursable costs.
  Incorrect Trip Data: The trip data may not have been entered correctly, leading to a lack of cost information.
  Missing Travel Expenses: The user may have forgotten to enter travel expenses or may have entered them incorrectly.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that require certain cost entries to be present for a trip to be valid.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Trip Data: Review the trip details to ensure that all necessary cost entries have been made. This includes travel, accommodation, meals, and any other reimbursable expenses.
  Enter Missing Costs: If costs are missing, enter the relevant expenses in the trip details before attempting to save again.
  Review Expense Types: Ensure that the correct expense types are being used and that they are properly configured in the system.
  Consult with SAP Support: If the issue persists, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or system administrator to check for any configuration issues or system errors.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Travel Management: This error is part of the SAP Travel Management module, which handles travel planning, expense reporting, and reimbursement processes.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PR05 (Travel Expenses) or TRIP (Trip Management) to navigate the system effectively.
  User Documentation: Refer to SAP user manuals or help documentation for detailed instructions on entering travel expenses and managing trips.
  
  By ensuring that all necessary cost entries are made and verifying the trip data, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully save the trip.