How To Fix GPSC013 - Please enter a PSC Calc type & (costs) or & (other costs)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GPSC - PSC Application

• Message number: 013

• Message text: Please enter a PSC Calc type & (costs) or & (other costs)

What causes this issue?

Calculation Type entered does not belong to Cost or Other Cost
categories

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?

Please correct your entry

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GPSC013 - Please enter a PSC Calc type & (costs) or & (other costs) ?

  The SAP error message GPSC013 typically occurs in the context of Project System (PS) or related modules when a user attempts to perform an action that requires a specific calculation type for costs but has not provided one. This error indicates that the system expects a calculation type for either costs or other costs to be specified.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Calculation Type: The most common cause of this error is that the user has not entered a calculation type in the relevant field. This could happen during the creation or modification of a project, activity, or cost planning.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that are not set up correctly, leading to the requirement for a calculation type not being met.
  User Input Error: The user may have overlooked entering the required information or may have entered it incorrectly.
  
  Solution:
  
  Enter Calculation Type: Ensure that you enter a valid calculation type in the required field. This could be a cost calculation type or another type as specified by the system.
  Check Configuration: If you are an administrator or have access to configuration settings, check the settings related to cost planning and calculation types in the Project System module. Ensure that the necessary calculation types are defined and active.
  Review Documentation: Consult the SAP documentation or help resources for the specific transaction or process you are working on to understand what calculation types are required.
  User Training: If this error is occurring frequently among users, consider providing additional training or resources to help them understand the importance of entering calculation types.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: The error may occur in various transaction codes related to project planning, such as CJ20N (Project Builder), CJ30 (Project Cost Planning), or CJ40 (Project Planning).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on configuration and usage.
  Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  By addressing the missing calculation type and ensuring proper configuration, you should be able to resolve the GPSC013 error.