How To Fix PB520 - No cost center at &1 has been found for object &2 &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 520

• Message text: No cost center at &1 has been found for object &2 &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PB520 - No cost center at &1 has been found for object &2 &3 ?

  The SAP error message PB520 "No cost center at &1 has been found for object &2 &3" typically occurs in the context of payroll processing or when trying to post costs to a cost center that does not exist or is not properly configured in the system. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Missing Cost Center: The specified cost center does not exist in the system or is not active.
  Incorrect Object Assignment: The object (e.g., employee, project) associated with the cost center is not correctly linked or does not have a valid cost center assigned.
  Date Validity: The cost center may not be valid for the date of the transaction. Cost centers can be valid only for specific periods.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the cost center in the controlling area or organizational structure.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the cost center.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Cost Center Existence:
  
  Use transaction code KS03 to check if the cost center exists and is active.
  Ensure that the cost center is assigned to the correct controlling area.
  
  
  
  Verify Object Assignment:
  
  Check the assignment of the object (e.g., employee) to the cost center. This can be done using transaction codes like PA20 (Display HR Master Data) or PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data).
  Ensure that the employee has a valid cost center assigned in their infotype (e.g., Infotype 0001 - Organizational Assignment).
  
  
  
  Check Validity Dates:
  
  Ensure that the cost center is valid for the date of the transaction. You can check the validity period of the cost center in the cost center master data.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  If you have access, review the configuration settings in the controlling module to ensure that cost centers are set up correctly.
  Check if the cost center is assigned to the correct company code and controlling area.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the cost center. This can be checked with the security team or by reviewing the user roles.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on cost center management and payroll processing.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  KS03: Display Cost Center
  PA20: Display HR Master Data
  PA30: Maintain HR Master Data
  KSB1: Display Actual Line Items for Cost Centers
  
  
  
  Infotypes:
  
  Infotype 0001 (Organizational Assignment) for employee cost center assignment.
  Infotype 0027 (Cost Distribution) may also be relevant for payroll processing.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the PB520 error and implement the necessary corrections. If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.