How To Fix HCNUSAC_MSG_NEW331 - Select a Summary Structure

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HCNUSAC_MSG_NEW - Message Class for SASAC Report Management Tool

• Message number: 331

• Message text: Select a Summary Structure

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HCNUSAC_MSG_NEW331 - Select a Summary Structure ?

  The SAP error message HCNUSAC_MSG_NEW331 typically indicates that a summary structure needs to be selected in the context of a specific report or transaction within the SAP system, particularly in the Human Capital Management (HCM) module.
  Cause:
  This error usually occurs when:
  
  A user attempts to execute a report or transaction that requires a summary structure to be defined, but none has been selected.
  The configuration for the report or transaction is incomplete or incorrect, leading to the absence of a valid summary structure.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Select a Summary Structure:
  
  Navigate to the report or transaction that triggered the error.
  Look for a field or option labeled "Summary Structure" or similar.
  Select an appropriate summary structure from the available options. This may involve consulting with your SAP administrator or referring to documentation to determine which structure is appropriate for your needs.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  If you are responsible for the configuration, ensure that the summary structures are correctly defined in the system.
  Go to the relevant configuration settings in the SAP HCM module and verify that the summary structures are set up properly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any relevant SAP documentation or help files related to the specific report or transaction you are using. This may provide insights into the required summary structures.
  
  
  
  User Permissions:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to access and select summary structures. If you lack the required authorizations, contact your SAP security administrator.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above steps, consider reaching out to your internal SAP support team or SAP support for further assistance. They may have additional insights or solutions based on your specific system configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes and Documentation: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to this error message. SAP's support portal may have specific notes that address this error.
  Training and Resources: If you are frequently encountering issues with summary structures, consider additional training or resources on SAP HCM reporting and configuration.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where you can ask questions and share experiences with other SAP users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message HCNUSAC_MSG_NEW331 and successfully select a summary structure for your report or transaction.