How To Fix SRMHRPAPL014 - Element type "&" does not exist, make a new entry

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SRMHRPAPL - Service Provider HR Infotypes

• Message number: 014

• Message text: Element type "&" does not exist, make a new entry

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SRMHRPAPL014 - Element type "&" does not exist, make a new entry ?

  The SAP error message SRMHRPAPL014 indicates that the system is unable to find a specific element type that is referenced in a transaction or process. This typically occurs in the context of SAP Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) or Human Resources (HR) applications when the system is trying to access or manipulate data related to a specific element type that has not been defined or does not exist in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The element type referenced in the error message has not been configured in the system. This could be due to a missing entry in the relevant customizing tables.
  Incorrect Data Entry: The element type may have been incorrectly entered or referenced in the transaction.
  Transport Issues: If the system has recently undergone a transport of changes, the element type may not have been included or properly activated in the target system.
  Version Mismatch: There may be a version mismatch between the system and the configuration or data being used.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration: 
  
  Go to the relevant customizing transaction (e.g., SPRO) and check if the element type exists in the configuration settings. If it does not exist, you may need to create a new entry.
  Ensure that all necessary customizing settings for the element type are correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Create New Entry:
  
  If the element type is indeed missing, you can create a new entry in the relevant customizing table. This typically involves defining the element type, its attributes, and any related settings.
  
  
  
  Review Data Entry:
  
  Double-check the data entry in the transaction that triggered the error. Ensure that the element type is correctly specified and matches the expected format.
  
  
  
  Transport Management:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, verify that all necessary objects were included in the transport request. You may need to re-transport the missing objects or manually create the element type in the target system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific module you are working with for additional guidance on the element type and its configuration.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. Provide them with the error message and context to help them diagnose the problem.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Community Forums: SAP Community and other forums can be valuable resources for finding similar issues faced by other users and their solutions.
  Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for SRM or HR modules to understand the expected configurations and data structures.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.