HRWPC_PCR056 - No personnel action has been stored in Customizing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRWPC_PCR - Messages for Personal Change Request

• Message number: 056

• Message text: No personnel action has been stored in Customizing

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRWPC_PCR056 - No personnel action has been stored in Customizing ?

  The SAP error message HRWPC_PCR056, which states "No personnel action has been stored in Customizing," typically occurs in the context of the Personnel Administration (PA) module when there is an issue with the configuration of personnel actions in the system. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a defined personnel action for the specific scenario you are trying to execute.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The most common cause of this error is that the personnel action you are trying to use has not been defined in the system's customizing settings.
  Incorrect Action Type: The action type you are trying to execute may not be linked to the relevant infotype or may not be set up correctly.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the action, leading to the system not being able to find the appropriate configuration.
  Incorrect Infotype: The infotype associated with the personnel action may not be correctly configured or may not exist.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Customizing Settings:
  
  Go to the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide (IMG) and navigate to Personnel Management > Personnel Administration > Customizing Procedures > Personnel Actions.
  Ensure that the personnel action you are trying to execute is defined and properly configured.
  
  
  
  Define Personnel Actions:
  
  If the personnel action is missing, you will need to create it. This involves specifying the action type, the infotypes that are relevant, and any other necessary parameters.
  
  
  
  Review Action Type Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration of the action type in the system. Ensure that it is linked to the correct infotypes and that all required settings are in place.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the personnel action. This can be done by checking the user's role assignments and authorization objects.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making any changes, test the personnel action again to ensure that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) or PA40 (Personnel Actions) to test the personnel actions.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed guidance on configuring personnel actions and related infotypes.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the configuration, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the HRWPC_PCR056 error and ensure that personnel actions are correctly configured in your SAP system.