How To Fix HRESS_CLMS_MSG794 - Approver group not marked to 'Pick Approvers from Group'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 794

• Message text: Approver group not marked to 'Pick Approvers from Group'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRESS_CLMS_MSG794 - Approver group not marked to 'Pick Approvers from Group' ?

  The SAP error message HRESS_CLMS_MSG794 indicates that the approver group you are trying to use is not configured to allow the selection of approvers from that group. This typically occurs in the context of workflows or approval processes within SAP, particularly in the Employee Self-Service (ESS) or Manager Self-Service (MSS) scenarios.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the configuration settings of the approver group in the SAP system. Specifically, the approver group has not been marked to allow the selection of approvers from that group. This means that the system does not recognize the group as a valid source for approvers in the workflow.
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you need to check and modify the configuration of the approver group in the SAP system. Here are the steps you can follow:
  
  
  Access the Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen and navigate to the relevant configuration area. This is usually found under the following path:
  SPRO -> SAP Reference IMG -> Personnel Management -> Employee Self-Service -> Approvals -> Define Approver Groups
  
  
  
  
  Check the Approver Group Settings:
  
  Locate the approver group that is causing the error.
  Check the settings for the group to see if the option "Pick Approvers from Group" is enabled. This option allows the system to select approvers from the specified group.
  
  
  
  Enable the Option:
  
  If the option is not enabled, you will need to mark it to allow the selection of approvers from that group.
  Save your changes.
  
  
  
  Test the Workflow:
  
  After making the changes, test the workflow or approval process again to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the users involved in the approval process have the necessary roles and authorizations to access the approver group.
  Workflow Configuration: Review the overall workflow configuration to ensure that all settings are correctly aligned with your business processes.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed guidance on configuring approver groups and workflows.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for further investigation, as there may be additional configuration or system-specific issues at play.