How To Fix P2871 - Activity type & used in allocation of non-measurable activities for &

P2871 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: P2 - Messages for HR Time Management

• Message number: 871

• Message text: Activity type & used in allocation of non-measurable activities for &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message P2871 - Activity type & used in allocation of non-measurable activities for & ?

  The SAP error message P2871 indicates that there is an issue with the allocation of non-measurable activities in the context of activity types. This error typically arises when you are trying to allocate costs to an activity type that is not set up correctly for non-measurable activities.
  
  Cause:
  
  Activity Type Configuration: The activity type may not be configured to allow for non-measurable activities. Non-measurable activities are those that do not have a quantifiable measure (like hours or units) associated with them.
  Cost Center Assignment: The cost center or internal order associated with the activity type may not be set up correctly.
  Master Data Issues: There may be issues with the master data related to the activity type, such as missing or incorrect settings.
  Allocation Method: The method used for allocation may not be appropriate for non-measurable activities.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Activity Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the activity type in SAP (Transaction code: OAYD).
  Ensure that the