How To Fix HRPADINPE1202 - Select valid step

HRPADINPE1202 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 202

• Message text: Select valid step

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HRPADINPE1202 - Details

• The SAP error message HRPADINPE1202, which states "Select valid step," typically occurs in the context of the HR module, particularly when dealing with payroll or personnel administration processes. This error indicates that the system is expecting a valid step in a process, but the step provided is either invalid or not recognized.
  
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Step Selection: The user may have selected a step that is not valid for the current context or process.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the payroll or personnel administration processes, leading to the system not recognizing the step.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access certain steps in the process.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies or missing data in the employee records or payroll data that prevent the system from recognizing the step.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Step Selection: Ensure that the step you are trying to select is valid for the current process.