How To Fix HRESS_CLMS_MSG679 - Incorrect approver(&1). Approver-Id not assigned to any personnel number

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRESS_CLMS_MSG - Messages for India PS localization functionalities

• Message number: 679

• Message text: Incorrect approver(&1). Approver-Id not assigned to any personnel number

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRESS_CLMS_MSG679 - Incorrect approver(&1). Approver-Id not assigned to any personnel number ?

  The SAP error message HRESS_CLMS_MSG679 indicates that there is an issue with the approver ID specified in the system. Specifically, the error states that the approver ID is not assigned to any personnel number, which means that the system cannot find a valid employee record associated with the provided approver ID.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Approver ID: The approver ID entered may be incorrect or misspelled.
  Missing Assignment: The approver ID may not be assigned to any personnel number in the system.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data, such as the approver being deleted or not properly set up in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or assign the approver.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Approver ID: Check the approver ID for any typos or errors. Ensure that it is the correct ID that should be used.
  Check Personnel Assignment:
  
  Go to the relevant transaction (e.g., PA20 or PA30) to check if the approver ID is correctly assigned to a personnel number.
  If the approver ID is not assigned, you may need to create a new personnel record or assign the existing approver ID to the correct personnel number.
  
  
  Update Master Data: If the approver ID is not linked to any personnel number, you may need to update the master data to ensure that the approver is correctly set up in the system.
  Consult with HR: If you are unsure about the correct approver ID or how to assign it, consult with your HR department or system administrator for assistance.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user attempting to perform the action has the necessary authorizations to view and assign approvers.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA20 (Display HR Master Data), PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data), and PPOSE (Display Organizational Structure) to check personnel assignments.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional guidance or patches that may address the issue.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or user manuals related to the specific module you are working with (e.g., Employee Self-Service, Manager Self-Service) for more context on approver assignments.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that the approver ID is correctly assigned to a personnel number in the SAP system.