How To Fix HRHAP00_TEMPLATE166 - Columns '&2' and '&3' must have the same value list

HRHAP00_TEMPLATE166 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 166

• Message text: Columns '&2' and '&3' must have the same value list

What causes this issue?

Check whether the value determination '&1' requires that the value list
be identical.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRHAP00_TEMPLATE166 - Columns '&2' and '&3' must have the same value list ?

  The SAP error message HRHAP00_TEMPLATE166 indicates that there is a mismatch in the values of two columns in a specific context, typically related to the HR (Human Resources) module, particularly in the context of the HCM (Human Capital Management) processes. This error usually arises when you are trying to process or upload data related to employee appraisals, performance management, or similar HR activities.
  
  Cause:
  The error occurs when two columns that are expected to have the same set of values do not match. This can happen in various scenarios, such as:
  
  Data Entry Errors: When manually entering data, if the values in the two columns are not consistent, this error will be triggered.
  Data Upload Issues: If you are uploading data from an external source (like a CSV file), and the values in the two columns do not align, the system will raise this error.
  
  Configuration Issues: If the system configuration expects certain columns to