How To Fix HRPAD_BOL011 - PREF is missing for infotype object &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAD_BOL - Message Class for HRPAD Generation Report

• Message number: 011

• Message text: PREF is missing for infotype object &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAD_BOL011 - PREF is missing for infotype object &1 ?

  The SAP error message HRPAD_BOL011 indicates that a required "PREF" (preference) is missing for a specific infotype object in the Human Resources (HR) module. This error typically arises when the system is trying to access or process data related to a specific infotype, but it cannot find the necessary preferences or configurations associated with that infotype.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The most common cause is that the configuration for the infotype is incomplete or missing. This could be due to a recent change in the system or an incomplete implementation.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the infotype, such as missing entries in the relevant tables.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the required preferences for the infotype.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or enhancements in the system, they might not be correctly configured to handle the infotype.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration: 
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the specific infotype in the SAP system (transaction code SPRO).
  Ensure that all necessary preferences (PREF) are defined and correctly set up for the infotype in question.
  
  
  
  Review Infotype Settings:
  
  Use transaction code PA30 or PA20 to check the infotype records for the employee in question.
  Verify that the infotype is correctly maintained and that all required fields are filled.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the infotype and its preferences. This can be checked using transaction code SU53 or by consulting with your security team.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If the issue persists, consider debugging the program or report that is generating the error to identify where the missing preference is being called.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP Notes and documentation related to the specific infotype and the error message for any known issues or additional configuration steps.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance, providing them with the error message details and any relevant context.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotypes: Infotypes are data structures in SAP HR that store employee-related information. Each infotype has a specific purpose and is identified by a unique number.
  PREF (Preferences): Preferences in SAP HR are settings that determine how certain infotypes behave or are processed. They can include default values, mandatory fields, and other configuration settings.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO (Customizing), PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data), and PA20 (Display HR Master Data) for troubleshooting.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the HRPAD_BOL011 error message.