How To Fix HRPBSIN_REPORTING017 - No Active Generic Application Type in system

HRPBSIN_REPORTING017 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPBSIN_REPORTING - Message Class for Reporting ESS Scenarios

• Message number: 017

• Message text: No Active Generic Application Type in system

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPBSIN_REPORTING017 - No Active Generic Application Type in system ?

  The SAP error message HRPBSIN_REPORTING017: No Active Generic Application Type in system typically occurs in the context of SAP HR (Human Resources) or SAP Payroll when the system is trying to access a specific reporting function or application type that is not currently active or configured in the system.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The error usually indicates that the required configuration for the generic application type is missing or not activated in the system.
  Incorrect Settings: There may be incorrect settings in the configuration of the reporting tools or the specific application type that is being called.
  Transport Issues: If the system has recently undergone a transport of changes, the necessary configurations may not have been transported correctly.
  Version Compatibility: The version of the SAP system may not support the specific application type being requested.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the relevant configuration transaction (e.g., SPRO) and navigate to the section for HR reporting or the specific application type.
  Ensure