How To Fix 72262 - The PSOPER table must be initialized completely

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 72 - Message Class for Time Management Reports

• Message number: 262

• Message text: The PSOPER table must be initialized completely

What causes this issue?

The PSOPER table already contains entries before the evaluation of a
new personnel number.

System Response

The initialization of the new personnel number is cancelled due to a
serious error.

How to fix this error?

Delete all entries in the PSOPER table in your implementation of the
INIT_PSOPER method of the PT_EV_INFTY_COUNTRY BAdI.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 72262 - The PSOPER table must be initialized completely ?

  The SAP error message 72262, which states "The PSOPER table must be initialized completely," typically occurs in the context of Project System (PS) module operations. This error indicates that the PSOPER table, which is used to store operational data related to project activities, has not been fully initialized or is in an inconsistent state.
  Cause:
  
  Incomplete Initialization: The PSOPER table may not have been fully populated during the initialization process, which can happen if the initialization job was interrupted or if there were issues during the data transfer.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data that prevent the system from processing requests related to project operations.
  Missing Configuration: The necessary configuration settings for the Project System may not have been properly set up, leading to issues with the PSOPER table.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Reinitialize the PSOPER Table:
  
  You may need to re-run the initialization process for the PSOPER table. This can typically be done through transaction codes related to project system initialization (e.g., using transaction CJBN for project system).
  Ensure that the initialization job completes successfully without interruptions.
  
  
  
  Check for Errors in Initialization Logs:
  
  Review the logs from the initialization process to identify any errors or warnings that may indicate why the PSOPER table was not fully initialized.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Use transaction SE11 to check the structure of the PSOPER table and ensure that it is consistent.
  You can also use transaction SE38 to run any relevant reports or programs that check for data consistency in the Project System.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. There may be patches or updates that resolve known issues with the PSOPER table.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after attempting the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance. They can provide guidance based on the specific version of SAP you are using and any customizations that may be in place.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CJBN (Project System Initialization) and SE11 (Data Dictionary) for checking table structures.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to the Project System module for best practices on initialization and data management.
  Backup: Always ensure that you have a backup of your data before performing any initialization or data correction processes.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the error message 72262 and ensure that the PSOPER table is properly initialized.