How To Fix HRMGE00GENERAL003 - Select a valid document status

HRMGE00GENERAL003 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRMGE00GENERAL - Message Class for Management of Global Employees

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Select a valid document status

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HRMGE00GENERAL003 - Details

• The SAP error message HRMGE00GENERAL003 with the description "Select a valid document status" typically occurs in the context of HR (Human Resources) processes, particularly when dealing with personnel actions or document management within the SAP system. This error indicates that the system is expecting a valid status for a document, but the status provided is either invalid or not recognized.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Document Status: The status selected for the document may not be defined in the system or may not be applicable for the current operation.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the HR module where the document statuses are defined.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or change the document status.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be a simple data entry error where the user has selected an incorrect status.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Document Status: Verify the document status you are trying to select. Ensure that it is a