How To Fix HRPBS00CA001 - Program error: ABAP Dictionary does not contain cluster structure &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPBS00CA - HCM: Calculation Modules

• Message number: 001

• Message text: Program error: ABAP Dictionary does not contain cluster structure &1

What causes this issue?

The ABAP Dictionary does not contain cluster structure &V1&, which is
used in calculation module &V3& (country grouping &V2&).

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

Check the structure name that was specified during the import/export of
cluster NO (statements).

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPBS00CA001 - Program error: ABAP Dictionary does not contain cluster structure &1 ?

  The SAP error message HRPBS00CA001 indicates that there is a program error related to the ABAP Dictionary, specifically that it does not contain the expected cluster structure. This error typically arises in the context of HR (Human Resources) modules, particularly when dealing with payroll or infotype data.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Cluster Structure: The error usually occurs when the system is trying to access a cluster structure that has not been defined in the ABAP Dictionary. This could be due to a missing or incorrectly configured data structure in the HR module.
  Transport Issues: If the cluster structure was recently transported from another system, it may not have been included in the transport request, leading to its absence in the target system.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or modifications that reference a cluster structure that does not exist, this error can occur.
  Database Issues: In some cases, database inconsistencies or issues with the underlying data model can lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Cluster Structure: Verify that the cluster structure referenced in the error message exists in the ABAP Dictionary. You can do this by using transaction SE11 (Data Dictionary) and checking for the specific cluster structure.
  Transport Check: If the structure is missing, check if it was supposed to be transported from another system. If so, ensure that the transport request includes the necessary objects and re-import it.
  Recreate Structure: If the cluster structure is missing and cannot be found, you may need to recreate it. This should be done with caution and ideally in consultation with your SAP Basis or HR functional team.
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider debugging the program that is generating the error to identify the exact point of failure and the data being processed.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. There may be patches or updates that resolve known issues related to this error message.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE80 (Object Navigator), SE37 (Function Module), and SE38 (ABAP Editor) can be useful for investigating and resolving the issue.
  SAP Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance, especially if this is impacting production systems.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to HR data structures and payroll processing to ensure that all necessary configurations are in place.
  
  Always ensure that you have proper backups and that changes are tested in a development or quality assurance environment before applying them to production systems.