How To Fix HRHAP00_DOCUMENT260 - No base object given for this selection

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 260

• Message text: No base object given for this selection

What causes this issue?

The SAP R/3 system requires a base object for this selection.

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?

Ensure that you have defined all the necessary base objects (for
example, appraiser and appraisee).

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRHAP00_DOCUMENT260 - No base object given for this selection ?

  The SAP error message HRHAP00_DOCUMENT260 with the description "No base object given for this selection" 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 a base object (such as an employee or a specific appraisal document) that matches the selection criteria provided.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Selection Criteria: The selection criteria for the appraisal document may not have been properly defined, leading to the system not being able to identify any relevant base objects.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the appraisal process or the related objects in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the base objects required for the selection.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies or missing data in the database that prevent the system from retrieving the necessary objects.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Selection Criteria: Review the selection criteria you are using to ensure that they are correctly defined and that they correspond to existing base objects in the system.
  Review Configuration: Ensure that the configuration for the appraisal process is correctly set up. This includes checking the settings for appraisal documents, employee data, and any related infotypes.
  Authorization Check: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the relevant data. This can be done by checking the user's roles and authorizations in the system.
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks on the relevant data to ensure that there are no missing or inconsistent entries. This may involve checking the employee master data and appraisal document data.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific error message for additional troubleshooting steps or known issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like PHAP_ADMIN for managing appraisals or PA30 for employee master data to investigate further.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for the error message number in the SAP Support Portal.
  Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP HCM expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.