How To Fix HRFPM018 - The ABAP dictionary structure for the additional parameter does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRFPM - Messages Budget Planning & Budget Execution

• Message number: 018

• Message text: The ABAP dictionary structure for the additional parameter does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRFPM018 - The ABAP dictionary structure for the additional parameter does not exist ?

  The SAP error message HRFPM018 indicates that there is an issue with the ABAP dictionary structure related to an additional parameter in the context of the Human Resources (HR) module, specifically in the context of the Flexible Personnel Management (FPM) framework. This error typically arises when the system is unable to find the required data structure that is expected for processing.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Data Structure: The most common cause of this error is that the ABAP dictionary structure for the additional parameter has not been created or is missing in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a misconfiguration in the HR FPM settings or in the related infotypes that reference the additional parameter.
  Transport Issues: If the system has recently undergone a transport of changes, the required structures may not have been included or activated properly.
  Version Mismatch: There could be a version mismatch between the components of the SAP system, leading to missing structures.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check for Missing Structures:
  
  Use transaction SE11 (ABAP Dictionary) to check if the required structure exists. If it does not exist, you may need to create it or restore it from a transport request.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Go through the configuration settings in the HR module to ensure that all necessary parameters and structures are correctly defined.
  Check the relevant infotypes and ensure that they are properly configured to reference the additional parameter.
  
  
  
  Transport Management:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs to ensure that all necessary objects were included and activated in the target system.
  If needed, re-transport the missing objects.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP Notes and documentation related to the specific version of the HR module you are using. There may be known issues or patches available that address this error.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If you have access to debugging tools, you can set breakpoints in the relevant ABAP programs to trace where the error occurs and gather more context about the missing structure.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists and you cannot resolve it, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance. Provide them with the error message details and any relevant context.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SE11 (ABAP Dictionary), SE80 (Object Navigator), SM37 (Job Monitoring), and SNOTE (SAP Notes).
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide guidance on the configuration of HR FPM.
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for documentation on Flexible Personnel Management and related configurations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the HRFPM018 error and implement a solution to resolve it.