How To Fix HRPIQ_IAP012 - Maintain the identification type customizing before running the report

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPIQ_IAP - Campus Management: Messages for IAP Development

• Message number: 012

• Message text: Maintain the identification type customizing before running the report

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPIQ_IAP012 - Maintain the identification type customizing before running the report ?

  The SAP error message HRPIQ_IAP012 indicates that there is an issue with the identification type configuration in the system. This error typically occurs when you attempt to run a report related to the SAP HR (Human Resources) module, specifically in the context of the SAP Personnel Administration (PA) or Personnel Development (PD) components.
  Cause:
  The error message suggests that the identification type (which is used to categorize or identify certain data elements in the HR module) has not been properly maintained in the system's customizing settings. This could be due to:
  
  Missing Configuration: The identification type required for the report has not been defined in the customizing settings.
  Incorrect Settings: The existing settings for the identification type may be incomplete or incorrect.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was recently transported from another system, it may not have been fully applied or may have errors.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you need to maintain the identification type in the customizing settings. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access Customizing:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen.
  Navigate to the customizing transaction by entering SPRO in the command field and pressing Enter.
  
  
  
  Find the Relevant Configuration:
  
  Follow the path: Personnel Management ? Personnel Administration ? Customizing Procedures ? Identification Types.
  Alternatively, you can search for the specific identification type that is causing the issue.
  
  
  
  Maintain Identification Types:
  
  Check if the required identification type is listed.
  If it is missing, you will need to create it.
  If it exists, ensure that all necessary fields are filled out correctly and that the identification type is active.
  
  
  
  Save Changes: After making the necessary changes, save your configuration.
  
  
  Test the Report Again: After maintaining the identification type, try running the report again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on maintaining identification types and their significance in HR reporting.
  Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes in the customizing settings.
  Transport Requests: If changes are made in a development environment, ensure that they are properly transported to the quality and production environments.
  Consulting SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional guidance or fixes related to this error message.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or HR module support team for further assistance.