How To Fix PRAT029 - Invalid run type: &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PRAT - PRAT

• Message number: 029

• Message text: Invalid run type: &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PRAT029 - Invalid run type: & ?

  The SAP error message PRAT029 "Invalid run type: &" typically occurs in the context of the SAP system when there is an issue with the configuration or input related to a specific run type in a process, such as a payroll run or a similar batch job.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Run Type: The run type specified in the transaction or program is not valid or does not exist in the system.
  Configuration Issues: The run type may not be properly configured in the system, or it may have been deleted or deactivated.
  User Input Error: The user may have entered an incorrect run type manually, leading to the error.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified run type.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Run Type: Verify the run type you are trying to use. Ensure that it is correctly entered and exists in the system.
  Configuration Review: If you have access, check the configuration settings for the run types in the relevant module (e.g., Payroll). This can usually be done in the SPRO transaction under the relevant configuration path.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files to understand the valid run types for the specific process you are working with.
  User Authorization: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to execute the run type. This may involve checking roles and permissions in the user profile.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may be using specific transaction codes related to payroll or batch processing (e.g., PC00_MXX_CALC, PC00_MXX_CEDT).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Community Forums: SAP Community and other forums can be helpful for finding similar issues faced by other users and their solutions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the PRAT029 error and implement a solution.