How To Fix HRHCP00_CUSTOMIZING026 - You cannot assign cost item &1 of type &2 to a symbolic account

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRHCP00_CUSTOMIZING - Error Texts Customizing Personnel Cost Planning

• Message number: 026

• Message text: You cannot assign cost item &1 of type &2 to a symbolic account

What causes this issue?

The cost item &V1& is assigned to a symbolic account.
For cost items of type &V2&, only an assignment to a statistical key
figure is allowed.

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?

Check whether the cost item is of the right type.

Procedure for System Administrators

If the cost item type is not correct, you can assign a different
symbolic account to the cost item.
Note that to do this, you need to make settings in Customizing for
<ls>Personnel Cost Planning and Simulation</>.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRHCP00_CUSTOMIZING026 - You cannot assign cost item &1 of type &2 to a symbolic account ?

  The SAP error message HRHCP00_CUSTOMIZING026 indicates that there is an issue with assigning a cost item to a symbolic account in the context of HR (Human Resources) cost planning. This error typically arises when the system detects a mismatch or an invalid configuration related to the cost item or symbolic account.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Cost Item Type: The cost item you are trying to assign may not be compatible with the symbolic account type you are using.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a configuration issue in the Customizing settings for symbolic accounts or cost items.
  Missing Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the assignment.
  Data Inconsistencies: There could be inconsistencies in the master data related to cost items or symbolic accounts.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Cost Item Type: Verify that the cost item you are trying to assign is of the correct type that is allowed for the symbolic account. You can check the configuration in the Customizing settings.
  Review Customizing Settings: Go to the Customizing transaction (SPRO) and navigate to the relevant settings for symbolic accounts and cost items. Ensure that the configurations are set up correctly.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the assignment. You may need to consult with your SAP security team.
  Data Validation: Check the master data for both the cost item and the symbolic account to ensure there are no inconsistencies or missing entries.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on the symbolic accounts and cost items to ensure compliance with the expected configurations.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SPRO (Customizing), S_ALR_87013611 (Cost Planning), or S_AHR_61016300 (HR Master Data) to access relevant settings and reports.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, 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 changes to resolve it.