How To Fix CNVHCM_PRESEL167 - Relationship '&1' in step &2 not valid; correct entry

CNVHCM_PRESEL167 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CNVHCM_PRESEL - TDMS4HCM: Messages for Object Selection

• Message number: 167

• Message text: Relationship '&1' in step &2 not valid; correct entry

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CNVHCM_PRESEL167 - Details

• The SAP error message CNVHCM_PRESEL167 indicates that there is an issue with a relationship in the context of a specific step in a process, likely related to the conversion of data in the Human Capital Management (HCM) module. The message suggests that the relationship specified is not valid for the given step, and it prompts the user to correct the entry.
  
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Relationship: The relationship specified (denoted by &1) does not exist or is not valid for the context of the operation being performed in step &2.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the system where the relationship types are not properly defined or activated.
  Data Integrity Issues: The data being processed may have inconsistencies or errors that lead to invalid relationships.
  Version Mismatch: If you are using a specific version of SAP or a particular enhancement package, there may be changes in the relationship definitions that are not compatible with your