How To Fix PA163 - Error code & in feature & (check feature(s) PRELI/PRELR)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PA - Recruitment Messages

• Message number: 163

• Message text: Error code & in feature & (check feature(s) PRELI/PRELR)

What causes this issue?

There may be errors in features <LS>PRELI</> (Integration of 'internal'
applicants) and/or <LS>PRELR</> (Integration applicant/employee). These
features establish relationships between applicants and employees in
<LS>Recruitment</>.

How to fix this error?

Inform the system administrator. Corrections must be made in
Customizing.

Procedure for System Administrators

Check in <LS>Recruitment</> in Customizing (IMG) under <LS>Set up
integration with Personnel Administration</> and make the relevant
corrections:

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Integration with Personnel Administration / internal applicants
Integration with Personnel Administration / administrators
Correct the errors in the features.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PA163 - Error code & in feature & (check feature(s) PRELI/PRELR) ?

  The SAP error message PA163 typically relates to issues with the personnel administration module, specifically in the context of features that are used to determine certain employee attributes or settings. The error message indicates that there is a problem with the configuration of the feature(s) PRELI (Preliminary Information) or PRELR (Preliminary Information for Rehire).
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The feature may not be properly configured in the system. This could be due to missing entries or incorrect settings in the feature.
  Data Issues: There may be inconsistencies or missing data in the employee master records that the feature relies on.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or modify the relevant data.
  Custom Modifications: If there are custom enhancements or modifications in the system, they may interfere with the standard processing of the feature.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Feature Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code PE02 to check the configuration of the features PRELI and PRELR.
  Ensure that the features are correctly set up and that all necessary conditions and rules are defined.
  
  
  
  Review Employee Data:
  
  Use transaction code PA30 to check the employee master data for any inconsistencies or missing information that might be causing the error.
  Ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify the relevant data. This can be checked through transaction code SU53 after the error occurs.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific error message for any additional guidance or known issues.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If the issue persists, consider debugging the feature to identify where the error is occurring. This may require technical expertise.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if this is a production environment.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  PE02: Feature Maintenance
  PA30: Maintain HR Master Data
  SU53: Authorization Check
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for detailed information on personnel administration features and their configurations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the PA163 error in your SAP system.