How To Fix HRPAO_MASTERDATA017 - Organizational unit &1 is removed from favorites

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAO_MASTERDATA - Messages for Masterdata Application

• Message number: 017

• Message text: Organizational unit &1 is removed from favorites

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAO_MASTERDATA017 - Organizational unit &1 is removed from favorites ?

  The SAP error message HRPAO_MASTERDATA017 indicates that an organizational unit (OU) has been removed from the user's favorites list. This typically occurs in the context of the SAP Human Capital Management (HCM) module, particularly when dealing with organizational management.
  Cause:
  The error message is triggered when:
  
  An organizational unit that was previously marked as a favorite has been deleted or is no longer available in the system.
  The user attempts to access a favorite that has been removed or is invalid.
  There may be changes in the organizational structure that affect the availability of the OU.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Organizational Unit Status:
  
  Verify if the organizational unit (&1) still exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., PPOME or OOM) and searching for the OU.
  
  
  
  Update Favorites:
  
  If the OU has been removed or is no longer valid, you should remove it from your favorites list. You can do this by:
  
  Going to the favorites section in your SAP GUI.
  Right-clicking on the favorite entry and selecting "Delete" or "Remove."
  
  
  
  
  
  Add Valid Organizational Units:
  
  If you need to keep certain organizational units as favorites, consider adding valid ones back to your favorites list. Navigate to the desired OU and use the option to add it to your favorites.
  
  
  
  Consult with HR or System Administrator:
  
  If you are unsure why the OU was removed or if it should still be available, consult with your HR department or system administrator. They may have insights into recent changes in the organizational structure.
  
  
  
  Check for Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view the organizational units. Sometimes, changes in roles or permissions can lead to access issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PPOME (Change Organizational Structure) or OOM (Organizational Management) to manage organizational units effectively.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to organizational management and favorites.
  User Training: If this is a recurring issue, consider providing training for users on how to manage their favorites and understand the implications of changes in the organizational structure.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the HRPAO_MASTERDATA017 error and manage your organizational units effectively in SAP.