How To Fix HRHAP00_DOCUMENT036 - Detailed definition not possible; select one template only

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 036

• Message text: Detailed definition not possible; select one template only

What causes this issue?

A detailed definition is only possible for elements if you select
one appraisal template.
In the template, you can choose individual elements and restrict the
values for which you want to search. The SAP R/3 system displays the
appraisal documents that fulfill your search criteria.

System Response

Since you have selected more than one template, the SAP R/3 system
deletes the selection criteria at element level.

How to fix this error?

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

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRHAP00_DOCUMENT036 - Detailed definition not possible; select one template only ?

  The SAP error message HRHAP00_DOCUMENT036 typically occurs in the context of the SAP HCM (Human Capital Management) module, particularly when working with the HAP (HCM Process and Forms) functionality. This error indicates that a detailed definition of a document cannot be created because multiple templates have been selected, and the system requires only one template to be selected for the operation.
  
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the user has attempted to select more than one template for a document or process where only a single template is allowed. This can happen during the configuration or execution of a process in HAP where the system expects a single template to define the structure and content of the document.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Review Template Selection: Go back to the point in the process where you are selecting templates. Ensure that you are only selecting one template at a