How To Fix CL_APPR_SS_MESSAGE005 - Select an appraisal object

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CL_APPR_SS_MESSAGE - message class for the Appraisal self -service

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Select an appraisal object

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CL_APPR_SS_MESSAGE005 - Select an appraisal object ?

  The SAP error message CL_APPR_SS_MESSAGE005 ("Select an appraisal object") typically occurs in the context of the SAP SuccessFactors or SAP HCM (Human Capital Management) modules when a user attempts to access or process an appraisal without having selected a valid appraisal object.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  No Appraisal Object Selected: The user has not selected any appraisal object from the available options.
  Invalid Selection: The selected appraisal object is not valid or does not exist in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to view or select appraisal objects.
  System Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the appraisal process in the system.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Select an Appraisal Object:
  
  Ensure that you have selected a valid appraisal object from the list. This could be an employee, a specific appraisal form, or a performance review.
  
  
  
  Check for Validity:
  
  Verify that the appraisal object you are trying to select exists in the system and is active.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Check if you have the necessary authorizations to access the appraisal objects. You may need to contact your system administrator to ensure you have the correct roles and permissions.
  
  
  
  System Configuration:
  
  If you are an administrator, review the configuration settings for the appraisal process in the system. Ensure that all necessary settings are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on the appraisal process and any specific requirements for selecting appraisal objects.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal IT support team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Guides: Review user guides or training materials related to the appraisal process in your specific SAP module (HCM or SuccessFactors).
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed and resolved.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.