How To Fix HRPAY99IMPEXP013 - Programming error: empty key. See long text 013 in HRPAY99IMPEXP.

HRPAY99IMPEXP013 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAY99IMPEXP - Messages for generic import/export module

• Message number: 013

• Message text: Programming error: empty key. See long text 013 in HRPAY99IMPEXP.

What causes this issue?

The application program tries to read data without specifying the key.

System Response

The runtime error ASSERTION_FAILED is triggered.

How to fix this error?

Check the program code of the application program to find out why the
transferred key is initial and correct the section accordingly. Only
read data with a specified key.

Procedure for System Administrators

In your development and test systems, permanently activate the runtime
error in transaction SAAB for the checkpoint group HRPAYXX_IN
ITAL_PCLX_KEY to directly identify programming errors in new
developments.

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAY99IMPEXP013 - Programming error: empty key. See long text 013 in HRPAY99IMPEXP. ?

  The SAP error message HRPAY99IMPEXP013 with the description "Programming error: empty key" typically occurs in the context of payroll processing or data import/export functions within the SAP HR module. This error indicates that the system encountered an empty key where it expected a valid identifier or key value, which is essential for processing payroll data or executing specific functions.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Data: The error may arise if there are missing or incomplete entries in the payroll data, such as employee IDs, payroll area, or other key fields that are required for processing.
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration in the payroll schema or related settings may lead to the system not being able to find the necessary keys.
  Custom Code: If there are custom enhancements or modifications in the payroll processing logic, they may not handle certain scenarios correctly, leading to this error.
  Data Import Issues: If you are importing data from an external source, the data