How To Fix LR321 - Error when reading the employee's master cost center

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: LR - CATS: Cross-Application Time Sheet

• Message number: 321

• Message text: Error when reading the employee's master cost center

What causes this issue?

Your data entry profile specifies that when an employee works for a
different cost center, an activity allocation is triggered between the
master cost center and the sender. The system cannot read the master
cost center, however.

How to fix this error?

Define a master cost center in the Organizational Assignment infotype
(0001).

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message LR321 - Error when reading the employee's master cost center ?

  The SAP error message LR321 typically indicates an issue related to the employee's master data, specifically concerning the cost center assignment. This error can occur in various contexts, such as during payroll processing, time recording, or when trying to access employee-related financial data.
  Cause of LR321 Error
  The LR321 error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  
  Missing Cost Center Assignment: The employee's master data may not have a valid cost center assigned, or the assigned cost center may not exist in the system.
  
  
  Invalid Cost Center: The cost center assigned to the employee may have been deleted or is inactive.
  
  
  Date Validity Issues: The cost center assignment may not be valid for the date range being processed. For example, if the cost center was changed or deactivated after the employee's assignment.
  
  
  Organizational Structure Changes: Changes in the organizational structure may lead to inconsistencies in cost center assignments.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the cost center data.
  
  
  Solution to LR321 Error
  To resolve the LR321 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Employee Master Data:
  
  Go to the employee's master data (transaction PA20 or PA30).
  Verify that a valid cost center is assigned in the relevant infotype (usually Infotype 0001 - Organizational Assignment).
  
  
  
  Validate Cost Center:
  
  Use transaction KS03 to check the cost center's status. Ensure that it is active and valid for the relevant time period.
  
  
  
  Review Date Validity:
  
  Ensure that the cost center assignment is valid for the date range you are processing. If necessary, update the cost center assignment to reflect the correct dates.
  
  
  
  Check Organizational Structure:
  
  If there have been recent changes to the organizational structure, ensure that the employee's cost center assignment aligns with the current structure.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to view and access the cost center data. This may require coordination with your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message. There may be patches or updates that can resolve the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA20 (Display HR Master Data), PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data), and KS03 (Display Cost Center).
  Infotypes: Understand the relevant infotypes related to employee master data, particularly Infotype 0001 (Organizational Assignment) and Infotype 0006 (Addresses).
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on employee master data management and cost center accounting.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.