How To Fix RPUGEN003 - Error occurred in user exit &1 of function module &2

RPUGEN003 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RPUGEN - General Error Messages in Procurement (ISR)

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Error occurred in user exit &1 of function module &2

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RPUGEN003 - Details

• The SAP error message RPUGEN003 indicates that an error occurred in a user exit within a specific function module. This error typically arises during payroll processing or when executing functions related to HR (Human Resources) and payroll in SAP.
  
  Cause:
  
  
  User Exit Issues: The error is often caused by custom code in a user exit that is not functioning correctly. This could be due to:
  
  Syntax errors in the ABAP code.
  Logic errors that lead to unexpected behavior.
  Unhandled exceptions or runtime errors.
  
  
  
  Data Issues: The data being processed may not meet the expected criteria, leading to failures in the user exit. This could include:
  
  Missing or incorrect data in the infotypes.
  Invalid payroll results or configurations.
  
  
  
  Configuration Problems: Incorrect configuration settings in the payroll module or related areas can also lead to this error.
  
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Debugging: 
  
  Use the ABAP debugger to step through the user exit code to identify the exact point of failure.
  Check for any runtime errors or exceptions