How To Fix HRHAP00_TEMPLATE118 - Part appraiser type '&1' does not exist for category '&2'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 118

• Message text: Part appraiser type '&1' does not exist for category '&2'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRHAP00_TEMPLATE118 - Part appraiser type '&1' does not exist for category '&2' ?

  The SAP error message HRHAP00_TEMPLATE118 indicates that there is an issue with the appraiser type specified in the performance appraisal process. Specifically, the error states that the appraiser type '&1' does not exist for the category '&2'. This typically occurs in the context of the SAP HCM (Human Capital Management) module, particularly in the Performance Management component.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Appraiser Type: The appraiser type specified in the configuration or during the appraisal process does not match any existing appraiser types in the system.
  Missing Configuration: The appraiser type may not have been defined or configured correctly in the system for the specified category.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a typographical error in the appraiser type or category being used.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or enhancements in the appraisal process, they may not be aligned with the standard configuration.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Appraiser Type Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the configuration settings for appraiser types in the SAP system (usually found in the SPRO transaction under HCM > Performance Management).
  Verify that the appraiser type specified in the error message exists and is correctly configured for the relevant category.
  
  
  
  Review Appraisal Template:
  
  Check the appraisal template being used to ensure that the appraiser type is correctly assigned to the appropriate category.
  Make sure that the template is active and properly set up.
  
  
  
  Correct Data Entry:
  
  Review the data entry for the appraisal process to ensure that there are no typographical errors in the appraiser type or category.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on configuring appraiser types and categories.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making any changes, test the appraisal process again to ensure that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the configuration and data, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO (for configuration), PA30 (for employee data), and PHAP_CATALOG (for appraisal catalog).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for potential fixes or patches.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary roles and authorizations to access and modify appraisal types and templates.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the HRHAP00_TEMPLATE118 error message in SAP.