How To Fix 63099 - Allocate cost center for vacancy posting

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 63 - Messages for Real Estate Management

• Message number: 099

• Message text: Allocate cost center for vacancy posting

What causes this issue?

You have not assigned a cost center to the rental unit.
However, the cost center is a required field in Customizing.

System Response

You cannot save the rental unit without assigning a cost center for the
vacancy posting.

How to fix this error?

Assign a cost center.
If this is not possible, contact your system administrator.
RESET N1
Procedure for the system administrator
Check and correct the settings for the cost center data for the rental
unit in Customizing as required.
If the setting in the required field is correct, the cost centers must
be defined in Customizing for Controlling.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 63099 - Allocate cost center for vacancy posting ?

  The SAP error message 63099, "Allocate cost center for vacancy posting," typically occurs in the context of Human Capital Management (HCM) or Personnel Administration when there is an attempt to post a vacancy without a valid cost center being assigned. This can happen during the recruitment process or when managing organizational structures.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Cost Center: The most common cause is that the vacancy being posted does not have an associated cost center. This can happen if the organizational unit or position linked to the vacancy is not properly configured.
  Incorrect Configuration: The organizational structure may not be set up correctly, leading to the absence of a cost center for the relevant position or job.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data related to the organizational units, positions, or cost centers.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Organizational Structure:
  
  Navigate to the relevant organizational unit or position in the SAP system.
  Ensure that a valid cost center is assigned to the organizational unit or position associated with the vacancy.
  
  
  
  Assign Cost Center:
  
  If a cost center is missing, you can assign one by going to the relevant configuration in the SAP system (usually through transaction codes like PPOME or PPOSE).
  Make sure to save the changes after assigning the cost center.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the master data for the position or job to ensure that all required fields, including the cost center, are filled out correctly.
  Use transaction codes like OOSB (for organizational structure) or PP01 (for position management) to review and update the data.
  
  
  
  Consult with HR or IT:
  
  If you are unsure about how to assign a cost center or if the issue persists, consult with your HR department or IT support team for assistance. They may have additional insights or access to configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PPOME (Change Organizational Structure), PPOSE (Display Organizational Structure), and PP01 (Maintain HR Master Data).
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for detailed instructions on managing organizational structures and cost centers.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to make changes to the organizational structure and cost center assignments.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message 63099 and successfully allocate a cost center for the vacancy posting.