How To Fix HRPADINPE1161 - Maintain closure step at the end of 'Decision-No Policy Steps'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPADINPE1 - P2E: API & UI Message Class

• Message number: 161

• Message text: Maintain closure step at the end of 'Decision-No Policy Steps'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPADINPE1161 - Maintain closure step at the end of 'Decision-No Policy Steps' ?

  The SAP error message HRPADINPE1161, which states "Maintain closure step at the end of 'Decision-No Policy Steps'," typically occurs in the context of the SAP Human Capital Management (HCM) module, particularly when dealing with the configuration of processes related to personnel administration or payroll.
  Cause:
  This error usually arises when there is a missing configuration in the decision-making process of a specific workflow or process. Specifically, it indicates that there is no closure step defined at the end of a decision path that does not involve any policy steps. In other words, the system expects a closure step to finalize the process, but it has not been defined.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to ensure that a closure step is properly defined in the relevant configuration. Here are the steps you can take:
  
  
  Access the Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen and navigate to the relevant configuration area for the process you are working on (e.g., Personnel Administration, Payroll).
  
  
  
  Check Decision Steps:
  
  Look for the configuration related to decision steps in the process. This can usually be found under the "Decision Steps" or "Policy Steps" section.
  
  
  
  Define Closure Step:
  
  Ensure that there is a closure step defined at the end of the decision path that does not involve any policy steps. This closure step is necessary to indicate that the process has been completed.
  
  
  
  Save Changes:
  
  After making the necessary changes, save your configuration.
  
  
  
  Test the Process:
  
  Run a test to ensure that the error no longer appears and that the process flows correctly.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed guidance on configuring decision steps and closure steps in your specific version of SAP HCM.
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use specific transaction codes (like SPRO) to access the configuration settings.
  Support: If you continue to experience issues, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP HCM expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the HRPADINPE1161 error and ensure that your personnel administration or payroll processes are configured correctly.