How To Fix SOP033 - The connection data to the HR system has not been defined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SOP - Messages for Stock Option Accounting

• Message number: 033

• Message text: The connection data to the HR system has not been defined

What causes this issue?

The system is attempting to select the relevant data from the HR
system.

System Response

The data required for the connection, for example the RFC destination
(HR target system), has not been defined.

How to fix this error?

Define the connection data in Customizing (transaction SM59).

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SOP033 - The connection data to the HR system has not been defined ?

  The SAP error message SOP033, which states "The connection data to the HR system has not been defined," typically occurs in scenarios where there is an attempt to access or integrate with the Human Resources (HR) system, but the necessary connection parameters have not been set up correctly.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The connection data for the HR system (such as the logical system name, RFC destination, or other connection parameters) has not been defined in the SAP system.
  Incorrect Settings: The settings that define how the SAP system connects to the HR system may be incorrect or incomplete.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was recently transported from another system, it may not have been set up correctly in the target system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the HR system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Define Connection Data:
  
  Go to transaction SM59 (RFC Destinations).
  Check if the RFC destination for the HR system is defined. If not, create a new RFC destination with the appropriate connection parameters.
  Ensure that the connection type is set correctly (e.g., TCP/IP).
  Test the connection to ensure it is working properly.
  
  
  
  Maintain Logical System:
  
  Go to transaction SALE (Logical System).
  Ensure that the logical system for the HR system is defined and correctly assigned to the client.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings in the relevant customizing transactions (e.g., SPRO) to ensure that the integration with the HR system is set up correctly.
  Check if the necessary integration settings for HR are activated.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the HR system. This may involve checking roles and profiles assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific version of SAP you are using for any additional steps or considerations.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal IT support team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SM59 (RFC Destinations), SALE (Logical System), SPRO (Customizing).
  Integration Scenarios: This error is often encountered in scenarios involving SAP HCM (Human Capital Management) or when integrating with third-party HR systems.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the SOP033 error and establish a proper connection to the HR system.