How To Fix HRLDAP016 - Only reports with logical database PNP or PNPCE are permitted

HRLDAP016 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRLDAP - HR LDAP Extraction

• Message number: 016

• Message text: Only reports with logical database PNP or PNPCE are permitted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRLDAP016 - Only reports with logical database PNP or PNPCE are permitted ?

  The SAP error message HRLDAP016 indicates that a report is being executed that is not compatible with the logical database being used. Specifically, this error occurs when a report is trying to access data using a logical database other than PNP (Personnel Administration) or PNPCE (Personnel Administration with Infotypes) in the context of HR (Human Resources) reporting.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Logical Database: The report is likely using a logical database that is not designed for HR data retrieval. Only reports that are specifically designed to work with PNP or PNPCE can be executed without this error.
  Custom Report: If you are running a custom report or a standard report that has been modified, it may not be set up to use the correct logical database.
  Report Type: The report type may not be compatible with the HR data model, leading to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Report Settings: Ensure that the report is set to use either the