How To Fix HR99S00_MOBILITY020 - Cost Periodicity &1 is missing.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HR99S00_MOBILITY - Mobility

• Message number: 020

• Message text: Cost Periodicity &1 is missing.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HR99S00_MOBILITY020 - Cost Periodicity &1 is missing. ?

  The SAP error message HR99S00_MOBILITY020 with the description "Cost Periodicity &1 is missing" typically occurs in the context of SAP HR (Human Resources) or SAP Payroll when there is an issue related to the configuration of cost periodicity for mobility or cost allocation.
  Cause:
  
  
  Missing Configuration: The error indicates that the system is unable to find the required cost periodicity configuration for the specified context (e.g., employee, cost center, etc.). This could be due to:
  
  The cost periodicity not being defined in the system.
  Incorrect or incomplete entries in the relevant infotypes or configuration tables.
  The specific cost periodicity not being assigned to the employee or the relevant organizational unit.
  
  
  
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the employee's mobility or cost allocation settings.
  
  
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or enhancements in the system, they might not be handling the cost periodicity correctly.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the relevant configuration settings in SAP (usually in the IMG - Implementation Guide).
  Ensure that the cost periodicity is defined for the relevant organizational units, cost centers, or employee groups.
  Verify that the cost periodicity is correctly assigned to the employee in the relevant infotypes (e.g., Infotype 0014 - Recurring Payments/Deductions).
  
  
  
  Maintain Cost Periodicity:
  
  If the cost periodicity is missing, you may need to create or maintain it in the system. This can typically be done in the configuration settings for payroll or cost accounting.
  
  
  
  Review Employee Data:
  
  Check the employee's master data to ensure that all necessary infotypes are filled out correctly and that there are no missing entries related to cost periodicity.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to this error message for any specific guidance or patches that may address the issue.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform testing to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the system behaves as expected.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the configuration and data, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) or SPRO (IMG) to access the relevant settings.
  Infotypes: Familiarize yourself with the relevant infotypes that may be involved, such as Infotype 0014 (Recurring Payments/Deductions) and Infotype 0015 (Overtime).
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to this error message for any known issues or fixes.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the error message HR99S00_MOBILITY020 in your SAP system.