How To Fix HRHAP00_PMP_PROCESS015 - Multiple documents found from previous year

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRHAP00_PMP_PROCESS - Message Class for Performance Management Process

• Message number: 015

• Message text: Multiple documents found from previous year

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRHAP00_PMP_PROCESS015 - Multiple documents found from previous year ?

  The SAP error message HRHAP00_PMP_PROCESS015 indicates that there are multiple documents found from the previous year during a performance management process. This typically occurs in the context of the SAP HCM (Human Capital Management) module, particularly when dealing with performance appraisals or similar processes.
  Cause:
  
  
  Multiple Performance Documents: The error usually arises when there are multiple performance documents for the same employee for the previous year. This can happen if:
  
  The performance management process was executed multiple times for the same period.
  There are overlapping or duplicate performance documents due to manual entries or system errors.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the performance management process, leading to the system not being able to determine which document to use.
  
  
  Data Integrity Issues: There could be inconsistencies in the database or data integrity issues that result in multiple entries for the same performance period.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Review Performance Documents: Check the performance documents for the employee in question. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction codes (e.g., PHAP_CATALOG, PHAP_ADMIN) and reviewing the documents for duplicates.
  
  
  Delete or Archive Duplicates: If you find multiple documents for the same period, you may need to delete or archive the duplicates. Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations and that you follow your organization's data retention policies.
  
  
  Adjust Configuration: If the issue is related to configuration, review the settings in the performance management process configuration. Ensure that the process is set up correctly to prevent multiple documents from being created for the same period.
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. There may be patches or updates that resolve known issues related to this error message.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after checking for duplicates and reviewing configurations, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance. They can provide guidance based on the specific details of your system and configuration.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  PHAP_CATALOG: For managing performance management catalogs.
  PHAP_ADMIN: For administering performance management processes.
  
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to performance management processes to understand best practices and configuration settings.
  
  
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that users involved in the performance management process have the appropriate roles and authorizations to create, edit, and delete performance documents.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the HRHAP00_PMP_PROCESS015 error and ensure a smoother performance management process in your SAP system.