How To Fix HRPSGB_HER041 - TemSe Source file does not exist in TemSe

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPSGB_HER - HR PS GB Higher Education Messages (USS, HESA etc)

• Message number: 041

• Message text: TemSe Source file does not exist in TemSe

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPSGB_HER041 - TemSe Source file does not exist in TemSe ?

  The SAP error message HRPSGB_HER041 indicates that a TemSe (Temporary Sequential File) source file does not exist in the TemSe database. This error typically occurs in the context of HR processes, particularly when trying to access or process data that is expected to be stored in a TemSe file.
  Cause:
  
  File Deletion: The TemSe file may have been deleted or not created due to an error in a previous process.
  Incorrect File Name: The system may be looking for a file with a specific name that does not match the actual file name in the TemSe.
  System Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the SAP system that prevent the proper creation or retrieval of the TemSe file.
  Transport Issues: If the system has recently undergone a transport, the required files may not have been transported correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check TemSe Administration:
  
  Use transaction code SP12 to check the status of the TemSe files. Look for the specific file that is causing the error.
  If the file is missing, you may need to recreate it or identify the process that should have created it.
  
  
  
  Re-run the Process:
  
  If the error occurred during a specific HR process (like payroll or reporting), try re-running that process to see if it generates the required TemSe file.
  
  
  
  Check for Errors in Previous Steps:
  
  Review logs and error messages from previous steps in the process to identify any issues that may have prevented the file from being created.
  
  
  
  Consult 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.
  
  
  
  System Configuration Review:
  
  Ensure that the system configuration related to TemSe management is correct. This may involve checking settings in the SAP system or consulting with your Basis team.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists and you cannot find a resolution, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance. Provide them with detailed information about the error and the context in which it occurred.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  TemSe Overview: TemSe is used in SAP to store temporary data, such as spool requests and other temporary files. Understanding how TemSe works can help in troubleshooting related issues.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SP12: TemSe Administration
  SP01: Spool Request Management
  
  
  HR Processes: Familiarity with the specific HR processes that may be involved (e.g., payroll, reporting) can help in identifying where the issue may have originated.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and potentially resolve the HRPSGB_HER041 error related to the missing TemSe source file.