How To Fix HRPIQ000247 - Value for number of columns is less than 1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPIQ000 - Messages in Development Class PMIQ

• Message number: 247

• Message text: Value for number of columns is less than 1

What causes this issue?

A value <ls>less than</> <ls>1</> was entered for the number of
columns.
However, only values <ls>from</> <l>1</> to <ls>255</> are allowed.

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?

Enter a <ls>value</> value for the number of columns.
Make sure that this value does not exceed the maximum number of columns
set for the chosen format.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPIQ000247 - Value for number of columns is less than 1 ?

  The SAP error message HRPIQ000247 indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of a report or a data structure where the number of columns specified is less than 1. This typically occurs in the context of SAP HR (Human Resources) or SAP HCM (Human Capital Management) modules, particularly when dealing with infotypes, reports, or data extraction.
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Error: The most common cause is a misconfiguration in the report or infotype settings where the number of columns has been set incorrectly.
  Data Extraction Issues: If you are trying to extract data and the configuration for the data structure is not set up properly, it can lead to this error.
  Custom Development: If there are custom reports or programs that have been developed, they may not have been coded correctly to handle the number of columns.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Report Configuration: 
  
  Go to the transaction where the report is configured (e.g., transaction SE38 for ABAP reports).
  Verify the settings for the number of columns. Ensure that the value is set to at least 1.
  
  
  
  Review Infotype Settings:
  
  If the error occurs while processing an infotype, check the infotype configuration in transaction PA30 or PA20.
  Ensure that the infotype is correctly defined and that the number of fields (columns) is appropriate.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If you have access to the ABAP code, you can debug the program to see where the value for the number of columns is being set and why it is less than 1.
  Look for any conditional logic that might be affecting the column count.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific report or infotype you are working with. There may be known issues or patches available.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: 
  
  If the issue persists and you cannot find a resolution, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. Provide them with the error message and context in which it occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide guidance on configuration.
  Community Forums: SAP Community and other forums can be helpful to see if other users have encountered and resolved similar issues.
  Testing: After making changes, always test the report or infotype to ensure that the error is resolved and that the output is as expected.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the HRPIQ000247 error in your SAP system.