How To Fix CM_EHFND_CHA017 - No location assigned to the approval request

CM_EHFND_CHA017 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CM_EHFND_CHA -

• Message number: 017

• Message text: No location assigned to the approval request

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_EHFND_CHA017 - No location assigned to the approval request ?

  The SAP error message CM_EHFND_CHA017 indicates that there is no location assigned to the approval request in the context of the SAP system, particularly in the Employee Central or related modules. This error typically arises when a workflow or approval process is initiated without the necessary location data being provided.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Location Data: The approval request is missing the required location information, which is essential for processing the request.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the workflow or approval process that prevent the location from being assigned correctly.
  Data Entry Errors: The user may have failed to enter the location information when creating the request.
  Integration Issues: If the approval request is generated from an integrated system, there may be a failure in data transfer that results in missing location data.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Approval Request Details: Review the details of the approval request to ensure that the location field is filled out