How To Fix 5K659 - Visible Minorities will be deselected as Visible Minority is set to 'No'.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5K - HR: Messages for Canada

• Message number: 659

• Message text: Visible Minorities will be deselected as Visible Minority is set to 'No'.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5K659 - Visible Minorities will be deselected as Visible Minority is set to 'No'. ?

  The SAP error message "5K659 Visible Minorities will be deselected as Visible Minority is set to 'No'" typically occurs in the context of employee data management, particularly when dealing with diversity and inclusion reporting in SAP HR (Human Resources) modules. This message indicates that the system is configured to exclude visible minorities from a certain selection or report because the relevant setting is marked as 'No'.
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Setting: The primary cause of this error is that the system configuration for the visible minority status is set to 'No'. This means that the organization has chosen not to recognize or report on visible minorities in the current context.
  Data Entry: If an employee's data indicates that they belong to a visible minority group, but the system is set to exclude these groups, the error will trigger.
  Reporting Parameters: The parameters set for a specific report or selection criteria may not include visible minorities due to the configuration.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Change Configuration: If the organization wants to include visible minorities in the reporting or selection, the configuration needs to be changed. This can typically be done by an SAP HR administrator:
  
  Navigate to the relevant configuration settings in the SAP system (usually found in the IMG - Implementation Guide).
  Look for the settings related to diversity and inclusion or visible minority reporting.
  Change the setting from 'No' to 'Yes' to include visible minorities.
  
  
  
  Review Employee Data: Ensure that the employee data is correctly entered and that the visible minority status is accurately reflected in the employee records.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or consult with an SAP HR expert to understand the implications of changing this setting and ensure compliance with organizational policies and legal requirements.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Diversity Reporting: Many organizations are required to report on diversity metrics, including the representation of visible minorities. This error can impact compliance and reporting accuracy.
  SAP HR Modules: Familiarity with SAP HR modules, particularly those related to employee data management and reporting, is essential for resolving this issue.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user attempting to make changes has the appropriate permissions to modify configuration settings in SAP.
  
  If the issue persists after making the necessary changes, it may be beneficial to consult with SAP support or a technical consultant who specializes in SAP HR configurations.