How To Fix PB120 - Company code &1 has been set in the structure above

PB120 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PB - PD: Message IDs Org. Management

• Message number: 120

• Message text: Company code &1 has been set in the structure above

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PB120 - Company code &1 has been set in the structure above ?

  The SAP error message PB120 indicates that a specific company code has been set in the structure above, which typically relates to payroll or personnel administration processes. This error often arises in the context of payroll processing when there is a mismatch or misconfiguration in the organizational structure or master data.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The company code may not be correctly configured in the payroll area or in the organizational structure.
  Missing Data: There may be missing or incorrect data in the employee master records, such as the assignment of the employee to the correct company code.
  Payroll Area Issues: The payroll area may not be correctly assigned to the company code, leading to inconsistencies.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or process data for the specified company code.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Configuration: Verify the configuration of the company code in the relevant payroll area settings. Ensure that the company code is