How To Fix GP171 - Create valid master data for all fields concerned

GP171 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 171

• Message text: Create valid master data for all fields concerned

What causes this issue?

Valid master data could not be found for any of the objects concerned
(cost centers, orders, cost elements, activity types and/or statistical
ratios).

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?

INCLUDE NAGP113_WHATTODO

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

GP171 - Details

• The SAP error message GP171, "Create valid master data for all fields concerned," 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 there is missing or invalid master data that is required for the operation you are trying to perform, such as creating or updating employee records, positions, or other related entities.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Master Data: Required master data for the employee or organizational unit is not created or is incomplete. This could include missing infotypes, such as personal data, organizational assignment, or payroll data.
  Invalid Data: The data entered may not meet the validation rules set in the system. For example, an invalid position ID or organizational unit may be referenced.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that are not aligned with the data being entered, leading to validation failures.
  Authorization Issues: The user