How To Fix HRHCP00_COLLECTION038 - No cost data found when collecting data for vacant positions

HRHCP00_COLLECTION038 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 038

• Message text: No cost data found when collecting data for vacant positions

What causes this issue?

The system could not find any cost data for the specified reference
personnel number &V1& for collecting cost data for position &V2&.

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

HRHCP00_COLLECTION038 - Details

• The SAP error message HRHCP00_COLLECTION038 indicates that the system could not find any cost data when attempting to collect data for vacant positions. This error typically arises in the context of Human Capital Management (HCM) and can be related to various factors. Here’s a breakdown of the potential causes, solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  Missing Cost Center Assignment: The vacant position may not have a cost center assigned, which is necessary for the system to retrieve cost data.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the organizational structure or the position itself.
  Data Not Maintained: Cost data may not have been maintained for the specific position or organizational unit.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view the cost data.
  Time Period Issues: The data collection may be looking for cost data in a time period where none exists.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Cost Center Assignment:
  
  Navigate to the position in question and ensure