How To Fix HRPIQ000RULES120 - Technical error: Student ID for message control BAdI has initial value

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPIQ000RULES - Messages for CM Rules

• Message number: 120

• Message text: Technical error: Student ID for message control BAdI has initial value

What causes this issue?

You have not specified the required student ID for a function module.
The student ID is an optional parameter in regular function modules.
However, when you use a customer enhancement (
<DS:GLOS.5C733369F735D311AE620060B03C9BBE>BAdI</>) for message control,
the student ID is a mandatory parameter.

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPIQ000RULES120 - Technical error: Student ID for message control BAdI has initial value ?

  The SAP error message HRPIQ000RULES120 typically indicates that there is a technical error related to the processing of student data in the SAP system, specifically when using the Business Add-In (BAdI) for message control. The error message suggests that the Student ID being processed has an initial (or empty) value, which is causing the system to fail in executing the intended logic.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Student ID: The most common cause of this error is that the Student ID is not being populated correctly in the relevant data structure or context before the BAdI is called.
  Data Entry Issues: There may be issues with data entry or data migration where the Student ID was not provided or was incorrectly set to an initial value.
  Configuration Issues: There could be configuration issues in the BAdI implementation that do not handle cases where the Student ID is not available.
  Custom Code Issues: If there is custom code associated with the BAdI, it may not be handling the scenario where the Student ID is not set.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Data Entry: Ensure that the Student ID is being correctly entered in the relevant transactions or data entry screens. Validate that the Student ID is not left blank.
  Debugging: If you have access to the development environment, you can debug the BAdI implementation to see where the Student ID is being set and why it might be empty.
  Review BAdI Implementation: Check the implementation of the BAdI to ensure that it properly handles cases where the Student ID is not available. You may need to add error handling or default values.
  Data Consistency: Run consistency checks on the student data to ensure that all required fields, including the Student ID, are populated correctly.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific BAdI being used to see if there are any known issues or additional configuration steps required.
  
  Related Information:
  
  BAdI Documentation: Look for documentation specific to the BAdI you are using to understand its expected input and behavior.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to the error message or the BAdI to see if there are any patches or updates that address the issue.
  Community Forums: Check SAP Community forums or other user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  Support: If the issue persists and you are unable to resolve it, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.