How To Fix HRHAP00_TEMPLATE398 - Flag 'Changes Not Allowed' with status '&1' &2 not possible

HRHAP00_TEMPLATE398 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 398

• Message text: Flag 'Changes Not Allowed' with status '&1' &2 not possible

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRHAP00_TEMPLATE398 - Flag 'Changes Not Allowed' with status '&1' &2 not possible ?

  The SAP error message HRHAP00_TEMPLATE398 typically occurs in the context of the SAP HCM (Human Capital Management) module, particularly when dealing with the Employee Self-Service (ESS) or Manager Self-Service (MSS) functionalities. This error indicates that changes to a specific employee's data are not allowed due to the current status of the record.
  
  Cause:
  The error message "Changes Not Allowed" with status '&1' indicates that the employee's record is in a status that does not permit modifications. Common reasons for this include:
  
  Status Restrictions: The employee's record may be in a status such as "Inactive," "Terminated," or "On Leave," which typically restricts changes.
  Authorization Issues: The user attempting to make the changes may not have the necessary authorizations to modify the employee's data in the current status.
  Configuration Settings: The system may be configured to prevent changes to certain fields based on the employee's status or other criteria.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, consider the following steps:
  
  
  Check Employee