How To Fix HRHCP00_COLLECTION021 - Internal error in data collection; no periods can be determined

HRHCP00_COLLECTION021 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRHCP00_COLLECTION - Messages About Collecting Personnel Cost Planning Data

• Message number: 021

• Message text: Internal error in data collection; no periods can be determined

What causes this issue?

An internal error occurred in the method for collecting employee data.
Although a relevant entry exists in the table for indirect valuation,
the system could not find an entry with index &V1& in internal table
&V2&. Therefore, the system cannot determine the periods for the data
record.

System Response

The system does not continue to process the data record.

How to fix this error?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

HRHCP00_COLLECTION021 - Details

• The SAP error message HRHCP00_COLLECTION021 indicates an internal error in data collection, specifically stating that no periods can be determined. This error typically occurs in the context of Human Capital Management (HCM) when the system is unable to identify the relevant time periods for data collection, which can affect various processes such as payroll, time management, or reporting.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Configuration: The system may not have the necessary configuration for the time periods required for the data collection process.
  Incorrect Time Evaluation Settings: If the time evaluation settings are not correctly defined, the system may fail to determine the relevant periods.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies or missing data in the employee records or time data that prevent the system from determining the periods.
  Authorization Issues: Lack of proper authorizations for accessing certain data can also lead to this error.
  System Bugs: Occasionally, this error can be caused by bugs in the SAP system or