How To Fix HR_SE_GENERIC009 - No meta information found for field &1.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HR_SE_GENERIC - Messages for generic services in ESA

• Message number: 009

• Message text: No meta information found for field &1.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HR_SE_GENERIC009 - No meta information found for field &1. ?

  The SAP error message HR_SE_GENERIC009, which states "No meta information found for field &1," typically occurs in the context of SAP HR (Human Resources) or SAP SuccessFactors when the system is unable to retrieve metadata for a specific field. This can happen for various reasons, and understanding the cause and finding a solution can help resolve the issue.
  Causes:
  
  
  Field Configuration Issues: The field in question may not be properly configured in the system. This could be due to missing or incorrect settings in the data dictionary or in the configuration of the HR module.
  
  
  Missing Data Elements: The data element associated with the field may not exist or may have been deleted or deactivated.
  
  
  Transport Issues: If the system has recently undergone a transport of changes, the metadata for the field may not have been transported correctly.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the metadata for the field.
  
  
  System Upgrade or Patch: If the system has been recently upgraded or patched, there may be inconsistencies in the metadata.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Field Configuration: Verify the configuration of the field in the relevant infotype or table. Ensure that the field is correctly defined in the data dictionary (SE11).
  
  
  Review Data Elements: Check if the data element associated with the field exists and is active. You can do this by navigating to SE11 and entering the data element name.
  
  
  Transport Management: If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs to ensure that all necessary objects were transported correctly. You may need to re-transport the missing objects.
  
  
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user encountering the error has the necessary authorizations to view the metadata for the field. This can be checked in transaction SU53 or by consulting with your security team.
  
  
  System Consistency Check: If the system has been upgraded, run consistency checks to ensure that all objects are in sync. You can use transaction SGEN to regenerate the necessary objects.
  
  
  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 available that resolve the issue.
  
  
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can analyze the program or function module that is generating the error to identify the root cause.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE80 (Object Navigator), SU53 (Authorization Check), SGEN (Generate SAP Buffer).
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal using the error message or related keywords.
  Documentation: Review SAP HR documentation for any specific configurations related to the infotype or field in question.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support for further assistance.