How To Fix HRHAP00_TEMPLATE026 - No more than three pushbuttons are allowed per status

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRHAP00_TEMPLATE - HR-HAP: Appraisal Template

• Message number: 026

• Message text: No more than three pushbuttons are allowed per status

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRHAP00_TEMPLATE026 - No more than three pushbuttons are allowed per status ?

  The SAP error message HRHAP00_TEMPLATE026 indicates that there are too many pushbuttons defined for a particular status in the HR HAP (Human Resources - HCM Talent Management) application. This error typically arises when customizing or configuring the HAP templates, particularly in the context of performance management or talent management processes.
  Cause:
  The error occurs because the system has a limitation on the number of pushbuttons (action buttons) that can be associated with a single status in the HAP template. If you attempt to define more than three pushbuttons for a status, the system will throw this error.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to review the configuration of the HAP template and ensure that no more than three pushbuttons are assigned to any single status. Here are the steps you can take:
  
  
  Access the HAP Template Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code HAP_TEMPLATE or navigate through the SAP menu to the relevant configuration area for HAP templates.
  
  
  
  Review Pushbutton Assignments:
  
  Identify the status that is causing the error and check the pushbuttons assigned to it.
  If there are more than three pushbuttons, you will need to remove or consolidate some of them.
  
  
  
  Modify Pushbutton Configuration:
  
  Decide which pushbuttons are essential for the status and remove any unnecessary ones.
  Ensure that the remaining pushbuttons are relevant and provide the necessary functionality.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  After making changes, test the HAP process to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the functionality meets your requirements.
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Document the changes made for future reference and to inform other team members about the configuration limits.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might provide additional guidance or updates related to this error message.
  HAP Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for HAP templates to understand the limitations and best practices for configuring pushbuttons and statuses.
  Community Forums: Consider visiting SAP Community forums or other user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the HRHAP00_TEMPLATE026 error and ensure that your HAP template is configured correctly.