How To Fix HRPBSUS_MC121 - No special cost assignment has been maintained

HRPBSUS_MC121 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPBSUS_MC - Message Class For Public Sector(MC)

• Message number: 121

• Message text: No special cost assignment has been maintained

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HRPBSUS_MC121 - Details

• The SAP error message HRPBSUS_MC121, which states "No special cost assignment has been maintained," typically occurs in the context of payroll processing or cost allocation in SAP HR (Human Resources) modules. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a specific cost assignment for a particular payroll or personnel action, which is necessary for processing.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The most common cause is that the necessary configuration for special cost assignments has not been set up in the system. This could involve missing entries in the relevant infotypes or configuration tables.
  Incorrect Infotype Data: The infotype data for the employee may not have the required cost assignment information filled in.
  Payroll Area Settings: The payroll area settings may not be correctly configured to handle special cost assignments.
  Cost Center Assignment: The employee may not be assigned to a valid cost center or the cost center may not be linked to the necessary cost