How To Fix RP183 - Account assignment &1 is inactive in HR on &2 and must therefore be empty

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RP - Error Messages for Infotype Module Pools

• Message number: 183

• Message text: Account assignment &1 is inactive in HR on &2 and must therefore be empty

What causes this issue?

The GM/FM integration with HR is inactive for the account assignment
&v1& on the start date &v2& of the infotype record. Delete the value
entered for account assignment &v1&.

How to fix this error?

Delete the value entered for account assignment &v1&.
If this message appears although the field for the account assignment
&v1& is displayed or is ready for input, there is a Customizing error.
In this case, check whether the inactive account assignments and the
field status controls correspond and adjust the settings if necessary.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RP183 - Account assignment &1 is inactive in HR on &2 and must therefore be empty ?

  The SAP error message RP183 indicates that there is an issue with the account assignment in the Human Resources (HR) module. Specifically, it means that the account assignment you are trying to use is inactive for the specified period, and as a result, it cannot be used for the transaction you are attempting to perform.
  Cause:
  
  Inactive Account Assignment: The account assignment (e.g., cost center, internal order, etc.) is marked as inactive in the system for the specified period.
  Incorrect Time Frame: The date of the transaction falls within a period where the account assignment is not valid.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the HR module that are not aligned with the account assignment settings.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Account Assignment Status:
  
  Go to the relevant transaction (e.g., transaction code KP26 for cost centers) and check the status of the account assignment.
  Ensure that the account assignment is active for the period in question.
  
  
  
  Update Account Assignment:
  
  If the account assignment is inactive, you may need to activate it or create a new active account assignment for the required period.
  This can typically be done in the configuration settings of the HR module or through the relevant master data transactions.
  
  
  
  Adjust Transaction Date:
  
  If possible, adjust the date of the transaction to fall within a period where the account assignment is active.
  
  
  
  Consult with HR/Finance Team:
  
  If you are unsure about the account assignment or how to activate it, consult with your HR or finance team for guidance.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  If the issue persists, review the configuration settings in the HR module to ensure that they are set up correctly.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data), KP26 (Change Plan Data), or S_ALR_87013611 (Cost Center Report) to check account assignments.
  Authorization: Ensure you have the necessary authorizations to view and modify account assignments in the HR module.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for detailed information on managing account assignments and understanding the implications of inactive statuses.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RP183 error and ensure that your account assignments are correctly configured and active for the required periods.