How To Fix HRPADRUREPORTS162 - Fatal error calling up the ALV (List Viewer)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPADRUREPORTS - HR-RU: message class for HR RU reports

• Message number: 162

• Message text: Fatal error calling up the ALV (List Viewer)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPADRUREPORTS162 - Fatal error calling up the ALV (List Viewer) ?

  The SAP error message HRPADRUREPORTS162 indicates a "Fatal error calling up the ALV (List Viewer)" when trying to execute a report in the HR module. This error can occur due to various reasons, and here are some common causes, potential solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  Data Issues: The report may be trying to process data that is either missing or corrupted.
  Authorization Problems: The user executing the report may not have the necessary authorizations to access certain data or execute the report.
  Technical Issues: There may be a problem with the ALV grid itself, such as a missing or incorrect configuration.
  Memory Issues: The system may be running low on memory, causing the ALV to fail to render.
  Custom Code: If there are any custom enhancements or modifications in the report, they may be causing the error.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Data: Verify the data being processed by the report. Ensure that all required data is present and correctly formatted.
  User Authorizations: Check the user’s authorizations to ensure they have the necessary permissions to execute the report and access the data.
  Review Custom Code: If there are any custom enhancements, review the code for errors or issues that could be causing the ALV to fail.
  System Resources: Monitor system resources to ensure that there is enough memory available. If necessary, increase the memory allocation for the SAP system.
  ALV Configuration: Check the configuration settings for the ALV. Ensure that all required components are correctly set up.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. SAP frequently releases updates and patches that can resolve known issues.
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can try to debug the report to identify the exact point of failure.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance. Provide them with the error message details and any relevant logs.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to ALV reports, such as SE38 (ABAP Editor) or SE80 (Object Navigator), to analyze the report's code.
  Documentation: Review the documentation for the specific report you are trying to run, as it may contain information about known issues or prerequisites.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the HRPADRUREPORTS162 error in SAP.