How To Fix PU252 - Start: Writing nametab information for key entries

PU252 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PU - Upgrade and Transport Log Messages

• Message number: 252

• Message text: Start: Writing nametab information for key entries

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PU252 - Start: Writing nametab information for key entries ?

  The SAP error message PU252, which states "Start: Writing nametab information for key entries," typically occurs during the processing of payroll or when generating reports that involve key entries in the SAP system. This error can be related to issues with the configuration of the payroll schema, problems with the infotype data, or issues with the naming conventions used in the system.
  Causes:
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be incorrect settings in the payroll schema or in the infotypes that are being processed.
  Data Integrity Problems: Missing or inconsistent data in the infotypes can lead to this error. For example, if key entries are not properly maintained or if there are inconsistencies in employee master data.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the payroll process may not have the necessary authorizations to access or modify the required data.
  Technical Issues: There could be underlying technical issues, such as problems with the database or the application server.
  
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