How To Fix HRHAP00_DOCUMENT205 - Function for creating attachments does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 205

• Message text: Function for creating attachments does not exist

What causes this issue?

Possible causes (see Administration of Generic Object Services):
Authorization
Roles
Roles SAP_BC_SRV_GBT_USER and SAP_BC_SRV_ARL_USER must be assigned to
the users (transaction SU01).
ArchiveLink
An optical archive (SAP ArchiveLink) must be connected (transactions
OAC0, OAC2, OAC3).
For further causes, see Administration of Generic Object Services.

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRHAP00_DOCUMENT205 - Function for creating attachments does not exist ?

  The SAP error message "HRHAP00_DOCUMENT205: Function for creating attachments does not exist" typically occurs in the context of the SAP HCM (Human Capital Management) module, particularly when dealing with the HAP (HCM Appraisal) functionality. This error indicates that the system is unable to find the necessary function to create attachments for documents, which can be crucial for performance appraisals or other HR-related documents.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Function Module: The function module responsible for creating attachments may not be available or properly configured in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to create attachments.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the HAP settings or document management settings.
  System Version: The error may arise if the system version does not support the required functionality or if there are missing patches or updates.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Function Module:
  
  Verify if the function module for creating attachments (e.g., SO_DOCUMENT_INSERT_API1) exists in the system. You can do this by using transaction SE37 to check for the function module.
  If it does not exist, you may need to implement or activate it.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to create attachments. This can be checked in transaction PFCG by reviewing the roles assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Configuration Review:
  
  Review the configuration settings for HAP and document management. Ensure that all necessary settings are correctly configured.
  Check transaction OOHAP for HAP configuration and ensure that the document management settings are properly set up.
  
  
  
  System Updates:
  
  Ensure that your SAP system is up to date with the latest patches and updates. Sometimes, errors can be resolved by applying the latest support packages.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error. There may be known issues or fixes provided by SAP.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If you have access to debugging tools, you can try to debug the process to identify where the error is occurring. This may provide more insight into the root cause.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for HCM and HAP for detailed information on configuration and functionality.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums where other users may have encountered similar issues and can provide insights or solutions.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance, especially if it is a critical issue affecting business processes.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.