How To Fix HRASR00_POBJ018 - Content group not defined for type &1 content name &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRASR00_POBJ - Message Class for Process Object Runtime

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Content group not defined for type &1 content name &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRASR00_POBJ018 - Content group not defined for type &1 content name &2 ?

  The SAP error message HRASR00_POBJ018 indicates that a content group is not defined for a specific content type and content name. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP's HR (Human Resources) module, particularly when dealing with the SAP HR Authorization and Role Management (HRASR) functionalities.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the system not being able to find a defined content group for the specified content type and content name. This can happen due to several reasons:
  
  Missing Configuration: The content group may not have been set up in the system for the specified content type.
  Incorrect Content Type or Name: The content type or name being referenced may be incorrect or misspelled.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was transported from another system, it may not have been transported correctly, leading to missing definitions.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the content group.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the content groups in the SAP system.
  Ensure that the content group is defined for the specified content type and name. You can do this by navigating to the relevant customizing transaction (e.g., SPRO) and checking the settings under the HR module.
  
  
  
  Verify Content Type and Name:
  
  Double-check the content type and content name being used in the transaction or program that triggered the error. Ensure that they are correctly spelled and correspond to existing definitions.
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the configuration was recently transported, verify that all necessary objects were included in the transport request. You may need to re-transport the missing configurations.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the content group. You can check the user's roles and authorizations in transaction SU01 or SU53.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to HRASR and content groups for any specific guidance or updates that may be relevant to your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. Provide them with the error message details and any relevant context.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO (Customizing), SU01 (User Maintenance), and SU53 (Authorization Check).
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to HRASR and content groups in the SAP Support Portal for any known issues or patches.
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for detailed documentation on HRASR and content management.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the HRASR00_POBJ018 error in your SAP system.