How To Fix HRPANL_EN247 - Invalid status chosen; you can only select 'Changed' or 'Closed'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPANL_EN - Messages for NL Master Data

• Message number: 247

• Message text: Invalid status chosen; you can only select 'Changed' or 'Closed'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPANL_EN247 - Invalid status chosen; you can only select 'Changed' or 'Closed' ?

  The SAP error message HRPANL_EN247 indicates that an invalid status has been selected in a particular process, typically related to personnel administration or management in SAP HR (Human Resources) modules. The message specifies that the only valid statuses you can choose are 'Changed' or 'Closed'.
  Cause:
  This error usually occurs when:
  
  A user attempts to change the status of a personnel action or record to a value that is not allowed by the system.
  The system is expecting a specific status update, but the user has selected an invalid option.
  There may be a configuration issue in the system that does not allow for the selected status.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Status Selection: Ensure that you are selecting either 'Changed' or 'Closed' as the status. Review the options available in the dropdown or selection field to confirm.
  
  
  Review Configuration: If you are an administrator or have access to configuration settings, check the configuration for the relevant personnel action types. Ensure that the statuses are correctly defined and that 'Changed' and 'Closed' are the only valid options.
  
  
  User Training: If this error is occurring frequently, consider providing training to users on the correct statuses to select during personnel actions.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files related to the specific HR module you are working with. This can provide insights into the expected statuses and their meanings.
  
  
  Contact Support: If the issue persists and you believe it may be a system error or bug, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or SAP's customer support for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional context.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with the transaction codes related to personnel administration (e.g., PA30 for maintaining HR master data) to ensure you are using the correct processes.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the appropriate roles and authorizations to perform the actions they are attempting.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the HRPANL_EN247 error and proceed with your personnel administration tasks in SAP.