How To Fix /ISDFPS/FDPDAHHM003 - Caution: Status change takes place although cost center is not maintained

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /ISDFPS/FDPDAHHM -

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Caution: Status change takes place although cost center is not maintained

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /ISDFPS/FDPDAHHM003 - Caution: Status change takes place although cost center is not maintained ?

  The SAP error message /ISDFPS/FDPDAHHM003 indicates that a status change is occurring in a process, but the cost center has not been maintained. This message is typically related to the SAP Flexible Real Estate Management (RE-FX) module or similar areas where cost centers are relevant for financial tracking and reporting.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Cost Center: The primary cause of this error is that the system is attempting to execute a status change (such as moving a contract to a different status) without a cost center being assigned to the relevant object (e.g., a contract, project, or asset).
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that require a cost center for certain operations, and if these are not set up correctly, the error can occur.
  Data Entry Errors: Users may have inadvertently left the cost center field blank during data entry.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Maintain Cost Center: 
  
  Navigate to the relevant transaction or object where the status change is being attempted.
  Ensure that a valid cost center is assigned to the object. This can usually be done in the master data or configuration settings related to the object.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings in the SAP system to ensure that the cost center is a required field for the status change you are trying to perform.
  If necessary, consult with your SAP configuration team to adjust the settings.
  
  
  
  User Training:
  
  Provide training to users on the importance of maintaining cost centers and how to properly enter data to avoid this error in the future.
  
  
  
  Error Handling:
  
  If the status change is not critical and can be postponed, consider addressing the cost center issue first before attempting the status change again.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may need to use specific transaction codes to maintain cost centers or to check the status of the relevant objects (e.g., RECN, REIS, etc.).
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files related to the specific module you are working with for more detailed guidance on maintaining cost centers and handling status changes.
  Support: If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  
  By addressing the missing cost center and ensuring proper configuration, you should be able to resolve the error and proceed with the necessary status changes.