How To Fix HRSEN00161 - A function module must be specified for storage of results

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRSEN00 - Calculation of Time Specifications

• Message number: 161

• Message text: A function module must be specified for storage of results

What causes this issue?

No <DS:DE.PSEN_FNPRO>function module for additional logic</> has been
specified in view V_T525P (<LS>Calculation Process for Employment
Period Calculation</>) for the <DS:DE.PSEN_PROCE>calculation process
</>. This is necessary if you want to store the result of the
calculation in the <LS>Employment Period Calculation</> infotype
(0553).
The function module for additional logic is called to determine the
employment period in the infotype dialog. It calls the calculation
module and also contains the complete additional logic (if required)
for calculating the result to be stored. This function module must have
the same interface as the function module
<DS:FU.HR_SEN_TEMPLATE_PROCESS_LOGIC>HR_SEN_TEMPLATE_PROCESS_LOGIC</>.

How to fix this error?

Enter a function module for the calculation process. If no special
logic is required to calculate the employment period using your
calculation process, you can use the function module
<ZH>HR_SEN_TEMPLATE_PROCESS_LOGIC</>.
&ADDITIONAL_HINTS&
In the function module <ZH>HR_SEN_TEMPLATE_PROCESS_LOGIC</>, the period
from 01.01.1800 (low-date) to the day before the selection date is set
as the evaluation period for the calculation of the employment period.
In the <LS>Employment Period</> infotype, the day before the selection
date is the day before the start date of the infotype.
If, for example, a record is created for the <LS>Employment Period
Calculation</> infotype for the period from 01.01.1998 to 31.12.9999,
the employment period is determined for the period 01.01.1800 to
31.12.1997.
The duration of the employment period is returned as the result of the
calculation.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRSEN00161 - A function module must be specified for storage of results ?

  The SAP error message HRSEN00161 indicates that a function module must be specified for the storage of results in a specific context, typically related to the SAP HR (Human Resources) module. This error often arises when there is a missing or incorrectly configured function module that is supposed to handle the storage of results from a particular operation or process.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Function Module: The function module that is supposed to handle the storage of results is not defined or is missing in the configuration.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the process may not have been set up correctly, leading to the system not knowing which function module to call.
  Custom Development Issues: If there are custom developments or enhancements in the system, they may not be correctly implemented, leading to this error.
  Transport Issues: If the system has recently undergone a transport of changes, the function module may not have been transported correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration: 
  
  Go to the relevant configuration settings in the SAP system (transaction codes like SPRO) and ensure that the function module for storing results is correctly specified.
  Look for the specific area related to the HR process you are working with (e.g., payroll, time management).
  
  
  
  Define Function Module:
  
  If a function module is missing, you may need to create or define it. This can involve working with your ABAP team to ensure that the necessary function module is developed and activated.
  
  
  
  Review Custom Code:
  
  If there are custom developments, review the code to ensure that it correctly references the function module for storing results. Debugging may be necessary to identify where the issue lies.
  
  
  
  Check Transport Requests:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs to ensure that all necessary objects, including function modules, were transported successfully.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific HR process you are working with. There may be specific instructions or known issues related to the error.
  
  
  
  SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. They may have additional insights or patches available for your specific version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE37 (Function Builder) to check the function module, and SPRO for configuration settings.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to HRSEN00161 for any known issues or fixes.
  Debugging: Use the debugger to trace the execution flow and identify where the error is triggered, which can provide more context on the missing function module.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.