How To Fix HRHAP00_DOCUMENT212 - No value list maintained for the chosen cell

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 212

• Message text: No value list maintained for the chosen cell

What causes this issue?

Element: &V1&
Column: &V2&
Customizing Settings:
No value list is defined in column &V2& for element &V1&.

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_DOCUMENT212 - No value list maintained for the chosen cell ?

  The SAP error message HRHAP00_DOCUMENT212 with the description "No value list maintained for the chosen cell" typically occurs in the context of the SAP HCM (Human Capital Management) module, particularly when working with the HCM processes and forms (like the Employee Self-Service or Manager Self-Service).
  Cause:
  This error usually arises when:
  
  Missing Value List: The specific cell in the form or process does not have a value list defined. This means that the system is unable to provide any selectable options for that field.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a configuration issue in the backend where the value list for the specific field has not been set up correctly.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or select values in that cell.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the specific form or process in the SAP HCM module.
  Ensure that the value list for the cell in question is properly defined. This can usually be done in the configuration transaction codes like HAP_ADMIN or HAP_CONFIG.
  
  
  
  Maintain Value List:
  
  If the value list is missing, you will need to create or maintain it. This can involve defining the possible values that should be available for selection in that cell.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Check if the user encountering the error has the necessary authorizations to access the value list. This can be done by reviewing the user's role and authorization profiles.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the form or process again to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on maintaining value lists in the context of your version of SAP HCM.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as HAP_ADMIN, HAP_CONFIG, or any other related to HCM forms and processes.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide additional insights or patches that could resolve the issue.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.