How To Fix HRASR00_MSGMAP008 - The message type must be I, W, E, A, S, or X

HRASR00_MSGMAP008 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRASR00_MSGMAP - Messages for Message Mapping Views and Report

• Message number: 008

• Message text: The message type must be I, W, E, A, S, or X

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRASR00_MSGMAP008 - The message type must be I, W, E, A, S, or X ?

  The SAP error message HRASR00_MSGMAP008 indicates that there is an issue with the message type being used in a specific context, typically related to the HR (Human Resources) module, particularly in the context of the SAP Application Services for HR (ASR).
  
  Cause:
  The error occurs when the system encounters a message type that is not valid. The valid message types are:
  
  I: Information
  W: Warning
  E: Error
  A: Abort
  S: Success
  X: Exit
  
  If a message type other than these is specified, the system will throw this error.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should:
  
  
  Check the Configuration: Review the configuration settings where the message type is defined. Ensure that the message type being used is one of the valid types listed above.
  
  
  Correct the Message Type: If you find that an invalid message type is being used, change it to one of the valid types (I, W, E, A, S, or X).
  
  
  Review Custom Code: If you are using custom code or enhancements,