How To Fix HRPAD00_ERD013 - A spool request was not generated. This is required for the download.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAD00_ERD - Standard Message Class for ERD

• Message number: 013

• Message text: A spool request was not generated. This is required for the download.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAD00_ERD013 - A spool request was not generated. This is required for the download. ?

  The SAP error message HRPAD00_ERD013 indicates that a spool request was not generated, which is necessary for downloading certain reports or data. This error typically occurs in the context of HR (Human Resources) reports or data extraction processes.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Spool Request: The system did not create a spool request due to an error in the report execution.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to create a spool request.
  System Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the output device or spool settings in the SAP system.
  Report Parameters: Incorrect or incomplete parameters provided when executing the report can lead to the failure of spool generation.
  Background Job Issues: If the report is being run as a background job, there may be issues with the job configuration or scheduling.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Report Parameters: Ensure that all required parameters for the report are correctly filled in and valid.
  Review Authorizations: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to execute the report and create spool requests. This can be checked in transaction SU53 after the error occurs.
  Check Spool Configuration: Ensure that the output device is correctly configured and available. You can check this in transaction SPAD (Spool Administration).
  Run in Foreground: If the report is being run in the background, try executing it in the foreground to see if it generates the spool request correctly.
  Check for Errors in Job Logs: If the report is executed as a background job, check the job logs in transaction SM37 for any errors that might indicate why the spool request was not created.
  System Logs: Review system logs (transaction SM21) for any related errors or warnings that might provide additional context.
  Contact Basis Team: If the issue persists, it may be necessary to involve the SAP Basis team to check for system-level issues or configurations that could be affecting spool generation.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SPAD: Spool Administration
  SM37: Job Monitoring
  SU53: Authorization Check
  SM21: System Log
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for specific reports or modules related to HR and spool management.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error message or provide patches/updates.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.