How To Fix HRHCP00_COLLECTION064 - No cost data could be determined using method &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 064

• Message text: No cost data could be determined using method &3

What causes this issue?

The system was unable to determine any data relevant for cost planning
for the object using data collection method &V3& for the period &V1& to
&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?

This can be caused by the following, among others:
No data is available in the data source (for example, infotypes) used
by the data collection method.
If the data collection method used is based on wage types and if data
exists in the data source, the wage types for Personnel Cost Planning
in Customizing are probably not assigned a symbolic account, or the
assigned symbolic account is not assigned a cost item.
An error occurred during data processing. Check the other error
messages for this cost object.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRHCP00_COLLECTION064 - No cost data could be determined using method &3 ?

  The SAP error message HRHCP00_COLLECTION064 typically occurs in the context of Human Capital Management (HCM) when the system is unable to determine cost data for a specific method (indicated by &3 in the error message). This can happen during various processes, such as payroll processing, cost allocation, or reporting.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Cost Data: The most common cause is that the relevant cost data for the employee or the specific method is not maintained in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of cost centers, internal orders, or other related master data.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the cost data.
  Data Inconsistencies: There could be inconsistencies in the data, such as missing or incorrect entries in the infotypes related to cost accounting.
  Method Not Defined: The method referenced in the error message may not be defined correctly in the system.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Cost Data: Verify that the cost data for the employee or the relevant organizational unit is correctly maintained in the system. This includes checking infotypes like 0001 (Organizational Assignment), 0007 (Planned Working Time), and any other relevant infotypes.
  Review Configuration: Ensure that the configuration for cost centers, internal orders, and other related settings is correct. This may involve checking the settings in the controlling area and ensuring that they align with the organizational structure.
  Authorization Check: Confirm that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the cost data. This may involve checking user roles and profiles in the authorization management.
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks on the relevant infotypes to identify any discrepancies or missing data. This can often be done using transaction codes like PA30 or PA40.
  Method Definition: Review the method referenced in the error message to ensure it is defined correctly in the system. This may involve checking the configuration in the relevant customizing settings.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA20 (Display HR Master Data), PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data), and SPRO (Customizing).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide specific fixes or patches.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for HCM and cost accounting to understand the underlying processes and configurations better.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.