How To Fix GP119 - The distribution key has been set to 0

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GP - FI-SL and CO planning

• Message number: 119

• Message text: The distribution key has been set to 0

What causes this issue?

The distribution key is set to 0 if you have changed the period values
manually in the period screen.

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?

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GP119 - The distribution key has been set to 0 ?

  The SAP error message GP119, which states "The distribution key has been set to 0," typically occurs in the context of payroll processing or when dealing with wage types in SAP HR (Human Resources) or SAP Payroll. This error indicates that the system is trying to process a distribution key that has not been properly defined or has been set to zero, which is not valid for the operation being performed.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The distribution key may not be configured correctly in the system. This could be due to missing or incorrect settings in the wage type configuration.
  Data Entry Error: There may be an error in the data entry where the distribution key was inadvertently set to zero.
  Master Data Issues: The employee master data or payroll data may have inconsistencies or missing information that leads to the distribution key being set to zero.
  Custom Code or Enhancements: If there are custom programs