How To Fix HRPADUAREPORTS028 - Please define the form variant

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPADUAREPORTS - Ukrainian reports

• Message number: 028

• Message text: Please define the form variant

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPADUAREPORTS028 - Please define the form variant ?

  The SAP error message HRPADUAREPORTS028 typically indicates that a required form variant has not been defined for a specific report or process in the SAP HR module. This error can occur when trying to execute a report that requires a specific form variant to be set up in the system.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the absence of a defined form variant for the report you are trying to run. Form variants are used in SAP to customize the output of reports, and if the system cannot find a suitable variant, it will throw this error.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to define a form variant for the report in question. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the Transaction Code:
  
  Go to the SAP GUI and enter the transaction code for the report you are trying to run (e.g., PC00_MXX_CEDT for payroll reports).
  
  
  
  Navigate to Form Variants:
  
  In the report selection screen, look for an option to manage or define form variants. This may be under a menu option like "Variants" or "Form Variants."
  
  
  
  Create a New Form Variant:
  
  If no form variant exists, you will need to create a new one. Click on the option to create a new variant.
  Fill in the required fields, such as the name of the variant, description, and any specific settings that are needed for the report.
  
  
  
  Save the Variant:
  
  After entering the necessary information, save the new form variant.
  
  
  
  Re-run the Report:
  
  Go back to the report execution screen and try running the report again with the newly created form variant.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to create or modify form variants in the SAP system.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for specific details on the report you are working with, as different reports may have different requirements for form variants.
  Support: If you continue to experience issues, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP HR expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the HRPADUAREPORTS028 error and successfully run the desired report.