How To Fix MY_CATS020 - Incorrect cost accounting scenario for target component MM-SRV


MY_CATS020 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: MY_CATS - Message Class for CATS notebook

  • Message number: 020

  • Message text: Incorrect cost accounting scenario for target component MM-SRV

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  • What causes this issue?

    The data entry profile used has a cost accounting scenario that is
    intended for calculating personnel costs in HR.
    External employees, however, are not accounted in HR.

    System Response

    The standard picklist for the Activity Number field is not filled.

    How to fix this error?

    Change the cost accounting scenario of the data entry profile to
    'Assignment of personnel costs to master cost center.'

    Procedure for System Administrators

    The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.


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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MY_CATS020 - Incorrect cost accounting scenario for target component MM-SRV ?
    The SAP error message MY_CATS020, which indicates "Incorrect cost accounting scenario for target component MM-SRV," typically arises in the context of the Cross-Application Time Sheet (CATS) when there is a mismatch or misconfiguration related to the cost accounting settings for service-related components in the Materials Management (MM) module.
    
    Cause:
    Configuration Issues: The error often occurs due to incorrect configuration in the controlling area or cost center settings. This can happen if the cost accounting scenario for the service component (MM-SRV) is not properly defined or is inconsistent with the settings in the CATS configuration. Missing or Incorrect Assignment: The target component (MM-SRV) may not be correctly assigned to the relevant cost accounting scenario, or the scenario may not be activated for the specific service type being used. Data Entry Errors: Incorrect entries in the time sheet or service-related documents can also trigger this error, especially if the entries do not align with the expected

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