How To Fix HRPADRU_ADDRESS_PRIO003 - Category &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPADRU_ADDRESS_PRIO - Messages of addres priority task

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Category &1 does not exist

What causes this issue?

The selected category is not defined in Customizing activity
<DS:SIMG.OHIRURP_ADDRPRIO_CAT>Define Categories and Description</>.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Create an entry for the specified category in Customizing activity
<DS:SIMG.OHIRURP_ADDRPRIO_CAT>Define Categories and Description</>.
Alternatively, you can use the predefined categories in the same
Customizing activity.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPADRU_ADDRESS_PRIO003 - Category &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message "HRPADRU_ADDRESS_PRIO003: Category &1 does not exist" typically occurs in the context of the HR module, particularly when dealing with address data in the system. This error indicates that the system is trying to access or process an address category that has not been defined or does not exist in the configuration.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The address category that is being referenced in the process is not defined in the system. This could be due to a missing entry in the relevant configuration tables.
  Incorrect Data Entry: There may be a typo or incorrect value being passed to the function that is looking for the address category.
  Transport Issues: If the system has recently undergone a transport of changes, the necessary configurations may not have been transported correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the relevant configuration settings in the SAP system (usually in transaction SPRO).
  Navigate to the section for HR Master Data and check the settings for address categories.
  Ensure that the address category you are trying to use is defined and active.
  
  
  
  Verify Data:
  
  Check the data being processed when the error occurs. Look for any incorrect or missing values that might be causing the issue.
  If you are using a custom program or report, ensure that the parameters being passed are correct.
  
  
  
  Create Missing Category:
  
  If the category does not exist, you may need to create it. This typically involves defining the category in the relevant configuration area.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to address categories in HR to ensure you are following the correct procedures.
  
  
  
  Check for Transport Issues:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, verify that all necessary objects were included in the transport request and that they were imported correctly.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if this is a production environment.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SPRO (for configuration), SE11 (for data dictionary), or SE16 (for table display) to investigate further.
  Tables: Look into relevant tables such as T005 (for address types) or other HR-related tables that might hold address category information.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to this error message for any known issues or patches that may address the problem.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution.