How To Fix HRPADIN01398 - Original Database Table cannot be blank

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPADIN01 - HR IN: Message class for HR India - Master Data

• Message number: 398

• Message text: Original Database Table cannot be blank

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPADIN01398 - Original Database Table cannot be blank ?

  The SAP error message HRPADIN01398 with the description "Original Database Table cannot be blank" typically occurs in the context of HR (Human Resources) data processing, particularly when dealing with infotypes or data records that require a reference to a specific database table.
  Cause:
  This error usually arises when:
  
  Missing Configuration: The system expects a reference to an original database table for a specific infotype or operation, but this reference is not provided or is incorrectly configured.
  Data Entry Error: During data entry or processing, the field that should contain the original database table name is left blank.
  Custom Development: If there are custom programs or enhancements that interact with HR data, they may not be correctly populating the required fields.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the relevant configuration settings in the SAP system (usually in the SPRO transaction).
  Ensure that the infotype or operation you are working with is correctly configured to reference the appropriate original database table.
  
  
  
  Review Data Entry:
  
  If you are entering data manually, ensure that all required fields, especially the one for the original database table, are filled out correctly.
  Validate the data being entered to ensure it meets the system's requirements.
  
  
  
  Debug Custom Code:
  
  If there are custom programs or enhancements, review the code to ensure that it correctly populates the original database table field.
  Use transaction SE80 or SE38 to analyze the custom code and check for any logic that might lead to this field being left blank.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific infotype or process you are working with to ensure compliance with expected configurations.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide specific notes or patches that address this error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotypes: In SAP HR, infotypes are used to store employee data. Each infotype is associated with a specific database table.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) or PA20 (Display HR Master Data) to troubleshoot data entries.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to HR data processing and the specific infotype you are working with, as they may contain solutions or workarounds for known issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.