How To Fix HRHAP00_TEMPLATE167 - Chosen scale for column '&4' is not permitted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 167

• Message text: Chosen scale for column '&4' is not permitted

What causes this issue?

Value class <ZH> </><ZK><ZH>&V2&</></> with value list <ZK><ZH>
&V3&</></> is inappropriate for column <ZH> </><ZK><ZH>&V4&</></><ZH>
</>. This can be due to the value determination <ZK><ZH>&V1&</></> that
calculates a percentage with overfulfillment.

System Response

The SAP R/3 system cannot use the scale you selected to depict an
overfulfillment of the planned specification as a percentage.

How to fix this error?

Choose a value class or value list with the value <ZK>min = 0</> and
<ZK>max = maximum required overfulfillment</>.
If you want to perform a percentage calculation without overfulfillment
and depict this using the scale you have selected, choose <ZK>Value
Determination - Target/Current Value Comparison in % Without
Overfulfillment</>.

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_TEMPLATE167 - Chosen scale for column '&4' is not permitted ?

  The SAP error message HRHAP00_TEMPLATE167, which states "Chosen scale for column '&4' is not permitted," typically occurs in the context of the SAP HCM (Human Capital Management) module, particularly when dealing with HR forms or templates in the HCM Processes and Forms (HCM P&F) framework.
  Cause:
  This error usually arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  
  Invalid Scale Definition: The scale defined for a specific column in the form or template does not match the expected or permitted values. This could be due to a misconfiguration in the form template or the underlying data model.
  
  
  Data Type Mismatch: The data type of the column may not align with the scale that has been defined. For example, if a column is expected to have a numeric scale but is defined as a string, this error may occur.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the HR forms or templates, such as missing or incorrect settings in the backend.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Template Configuration:
  
  Go to the relevant form template in the SAP system.
  Verify the configuration of the column that is causing the error. Ensure that the scale defined for the column is valid and matches the expected values.
  
  
  
  Review Data Types:
  
  Ensure that the data types for the columns in the form match the expected types. If a column is supposed to hold numeric values, ensure that it is not set to a string type.
  
  
  
  Adjust Scale Settings:
  
  If you have access to the backend configuration, check the scale settings for the specific column. Make sure that the scale is defined correctly and is permitted for the column in question.
  
  
  
  Test with Different Values:
  
  If applicable, try entering different values in the column to see if the error persists. This can help identify if the issue is with specific data entries.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to HCM P&F for any specific guidelines or known issues regarding the error message.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the configuration and data types, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide insights based on the specific version of your SAP system.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  HCM P&F Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for HCM Processes and Forms for best practices in template configuration.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the HRHAP00_TEMPLATE167 error in your SAP system.