How To Fix HRTNM_MSG118 - Cost category &1 not assigned in t77tnm_cg (molga &2)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRTNM_MSG - Message class for Training Needs Management

• Message number: 118

• Message text: Cost category &1 not assigned in t77tnm_cg (molga &2)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRTNM_MSG118 - Cost category &1 not assigned in t77tnm_cg (molga &2) ?

  The SAP error message HRTNM_MSG118 indicates that a cost category is not assigned in the table T77TNM_CG for a specific country grouping (MOLGA). This error typically arises in the context of the SAP Time Management module, particularly when dealing with cost allocation for time evaluation or payroll processing.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  A cost category is referenced in a configuration or transaction, but it has not been assigned in the T77TNM_CG table.
  The country grouping (MOLGA) specified does not have a corresponding entry for the cost category in the configuration.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to ensure that the cost category is properly assigned in the T77TNM_CG table. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the Table:
  
  Use transaction code SM30 or SE16 to access the table T77TNM_CG.
  
  
  
  Check Existing Entries:
  
  Look for the entries related to the specific cost category and the country grouping (MOLGA) mentioned in the error message.
  
  
  
  Add or Modify Entry:
  
  If the cost category is missing, you will need to add a new entry for it.
  If it exists but is incorrectly configured, modify the entry to ensure it is correctly assigned.
  
  
  
  Save Changes:
  
  After making the necessary changes, save the entries.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  Re-run the transaction or process that triggered the error to ensure that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM30: Maintain Table Views
  SE16: Data Browser
  SPRO: Customizing Implementation Guide (to navigate to the relevant configuration settings)
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP Help documentation for Time Management and Cost Allocation for detailed information on configuring cost categories.
  
  
  
  Support:
  
  If you continue to experience issues, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting the SAP Community for additional assistance.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the HRTNM_MSG118 error and ensure that the cost category is correctly assigned for the specified country grouping.