How To Fix HRFPM_FTE847 - Release reason &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRFPM_FTE - New Position Management

• Message number: 847

• Message text: Release reason &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRFPM_FTE847 - Release reason &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message HRFPM_FTE847 indicates that a specific release reason (identified by &1) does not exist in the system. This error typically occurs in the context of Human Resources (HR) and particularly in the area of personnel management or time management.
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors:
  
  Missing Configuration: The release reason you are trying to use has not been defined in the system. This could be due to a configuration oversight.
  Incorrect Input: The release reason code entered may be incorrect or misspelled.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system, the release reason may not have been included in the migration.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the release reason.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP for the relevant module (e.g., HR or Time Management).
  Verify if the release reason exists in the configuration. You can check the relevant tables or customizing settings (e.g., T77S0 for HR settings).
  
  
  
  Create Missing Release Reason:
  
  If the release reason does not exist, you may need to create it. This typically involves:
  
  Navigating to the appropriate customizing transaction (e.g., SPRO).
  Finding the section related to release reasons and adding the new reason.
  
  
  
  
  
  Verify Input:
  
  Double-check the input for the release reason. Ensure that it is correctly spelled and formatted.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the release reason. This may involve checking user roles and permissions.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on release reasons in your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO (Customizing), PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data), and others that may be relevant to your HR processes.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to HRFPM_FTE847 for any patches or updates that may address this issue.
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for detailed information on configuring release reasons and related HR functionalities.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution.