How To Fix HRPADRUREPORTS164 - Error calling FM 'HR_PAL_CREATE_NODE_CATEG' for category ID &

HRPADRUREPORTS164 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 164

• Message text: Error calling FM 'HR_PAL_CREATE_NODE_CATEG' for category ID &

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HRPADRUREPORTS164 - Details

• The SAP error message HRPADRUREPORTS164 indicates an issue with the function module HR_PAL_CREATE_NODE_CATEG when trying to create a node category in the context of HR reporting. This error typically arises in the context of HR reporting tools or when generating reports related to personnel administration.
  Possible Causes:
  
  Invalid Category ID: The category ID being passed to the function module may not exist or may be incorrectly formatted.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the report may not have the necessary authorizations to access the function module or the related data.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be a configuration problem in the HR module that affects how categories are defined or accessed.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the underlying data that the function module is trying to access or manipulate.
  System Bugs: There could be a bug in the SAP system or the specific version you are using that affects the function module.
  
  Solutions:
  
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