How To Fix HRPAO_SEARCH036 - Category &1 is still used in view cluster VC_T77PAOSQUINFO

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAO_SEARCH - Messages for SEARCH within masterdata application

• Message number: 036

• Message text: Category &1 is still used in view cluster VC_T77PAOSQUINFO

What causes this issue?

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

System Response

How to fix this error?

Delete the category from the view cluster in Customizing for
<LS>Personnel & Organization</> under <LS>Search</> -> <LS>
Configure Search Categories (SAP Query)</>.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAO_SEARCH036 - Category &1 is still used in view cluster VC_T77PAOSQUINFO ?

  The SAP error message HRPAO_SEARCH036 indicates that a specific category (denoted as &1) is still being used in the view cluster VC_T77PAOSQUINFO. This typically occurs in the context of HR (Human Resources) module configurations, particularly when dealing with personnel administration or organizational management.
  Cause:
  The error arises when you attempt to delete or modify a category that is still referenced in the view cluster VC_T77PAOSQUINFO. This view cluster is used for displaying and managing various HR-related data, and if a category is still in use, the system prevents changes to maintain data integrity.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify Usage: Check where the category is being used within the view cluster. You can do this by navigating to the view cluster in transaction SE80 or SE11 and examining the components that reference the category.
  
  
  Remove References: If the category is no longer needed, you will need to remove all references to it in the view cluster. This may involve:
  
  Modifying the view cluster configuration to exclude the category.
  Updating any related infotypes or structures that may still reference the category.
  
  
  
  Check Customizations: If there are custom developments or enhancements that reference the category, ensure that these are also updated accordingly.
  
  
  Testing: After making the necessary changes, test the functionality to ensure that the category is no longer causing issues and that the view cluster operates as expected.
  
  
  Transport Changes: If you are working in a development environment, ensure that any changes are transported to the appropriate systems (e.g., quality assurance, production) following your organization's change management procedures.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SE80 (Object Navigator), SE11 (Data Dictionary), or SE37 (Function Module) to investigate and modify the view cluster.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for detailed information on view clusters and category management in HR.
  Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the HRPAO_SEARCH036 error effectively.