Message type: E = Error
Message class: GP - FI-SL and CO planning
Message number: 161
Message text: Create valid master data for & &
No valid master record has been found for dimension &V1&, value &V2&
for the planning period.
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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GP161
- Create valid master data for & & ?The SAP error message GP161 ("Create valid master data for & &") typically occurs in the context of SAP's Human Capital Management (HCM) module, particularly when dealing with personnel administration or organizational management. This error indicates that the system is unable to find valid master data for the specified entity, which could be a position, employee, or organizational unit.
Cause: Missing Master Data: The most common cause is that the required master data (such as employee records, positions, or organizational units) has not been created or is incomplete. Incorrect Data Entry: There may be errors in the data entry, such as incorrect or invalid values in the fields that reference master data. Data Deletion: The master data might have been deleted or archived, making it unavailable for the current transaction. Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the required master data.
Solution: Create or Update Master Data: Navigate to the relevant transaction (e.g.,
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