How To Fix HRHAP00_DOCUMENT016 - Template '&1' is not released

HRHAP00_DOCUMENT016 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRHAP00_DOCUMENT - HR-HAP: Appraisal Document

• Message number: 016

• Message text: Template '&1' is not released

What causes this issue?

Plan version: &V2&
Template ID: &V3&

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRHAP00_DOCUMENT016 - Template '&1' is not released ?

  The SAP error message HRHAP00_DOCUMENT016 indicates that a specific template (identified by &1) is not released for use in the system. This error typically occurs in the context of the SAP HCM (Human Capital Management) module, particularly when dealing with the Performance Management or Talent Management functionalities.
  
  Cause:
  
  Template Not Released: The most common cause of this error is that the template you are trying to use has not been released. In SAP, templates must be explicitly released to be available for use in processes such as appraisals, evaluations, or other HR-related activities.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or use the template, which can lead to similar error messages.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that prevent the template from being used, such as incorrect status settings or missing dependencies.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Release the Template:
  
  Navigate to the relevant transaction code (usually PHAP_CATALOG or PHAP_ADMIN) to