How To Fix PB153 - Organizational unit & does not contain any positions in this period

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 153

• Message text: Organizational unit & does not contain any positions in this period

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PB153 - Organizational unit & does not contain any positions in this period ?

  The SAP error message PB153 indicates that the specified organizational unit does not have any positions assigned to it for the given period. This error typically occurs in the context of personnel administration or organizational management when trying to perform actions related to positions, such as creating or modifying employee records, or during reporting processes.
  Cause:
  
  No Positions Assigned: The organizational unit you are trying to access does not have any positions defined for the specified time frame.
  Incorrect Time Frame: The period you are querying may not align with the validity period of the positions in the organizational unit.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a mistake in the organizational unit code or the period specified in the transaction.
  Organizational Structure Changes: Recent changes in the organizational structure may have led to the removal or deactivation of positions.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Organizational Unit: Verify that the organizational unit code entered is correct and exists in the system.
  Review Position Assignment: Go to the Organizational Management (OM) module and check if there are any positions assigned to the organizational unit for the specified period. You can do this using transaction codes like PPOME (Change Organization and Staffing) or PPOSE (Display Organization and Staffing).
  Adjust Time Frame: Ensure that the time frame you are working with is correct. If you are trying to access historical data, make sure that the positions were active during that time.
  Create or Assign Positions: If there are no positions, you may need to create new positions or assign existing ones to the organizational unit for the required period.
  Consult with HR/OM Team: If you are unsure about the organizational structure or need to make changes, consult with your HR or Organizational Management team for assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PPOME, PPOSE, POT1 (Create Position), and POT2 (Change Position).
  Organizational Management: Understanding the basics of how organizational units and positions are structured in SAP can help prevent this error in the future.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to this error message, as there may be specific patches or updates that address similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the PB153 error and ensure that the organizational unit has the necessary positions assigned for the required period.