How To Fix HRPAO_MASTERDATA124 - The evaluation path &1 does not exist in transaction OOAW

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAO_MASTERDATA - Messages for Masterdata Application

• Message number: 124

• Message text: The evaluation path &1 does not exist in transaction OOAW

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAO_MASTERDATA124 - The evaluation path &1 does not exist in transaction OOAW ?

  The SAP error message HRPAO_MASTERDATA124 indicates that the evaluation path specified in the transaction OOAW (which is used for managing organizational management and personnel administration) does not exist. This error typically arises when there is an attempt to use an evaluation path that has not been defined in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Non-existent Evaluation Path: The evaluation path specified in the transaction does not exist in the system. This could be due to a typo or because the evaluation path has not been created.
  Configuration Issues: The evaluation path may not have been configured properly in the system.
  Transport Issues: If the evaluation path was recently transported from another system, it may not have been included in the transport request or may not have been activated.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Evaluation Path: Verify the evaluation path you are trying to use. Ensure that it is correctly spelled and exists in the system. You can check this in the configuration settings.
  Create or Modify Evaluation Path:
  
  Go to transaction OOAW.
  Check if the evaluation path is listed. If it is not, you may need to create it.
  If it exists but is not functioning correctly, you may need to modify it.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources to understand how to create or modify evaluation paths.
  Transport Request: If the evaluation path was supposed to be transported from another system, ensure that the transport request was completed successfully and that the evaluation path is active in the target system.
  Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access and modify evaluation paths in the system.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Evaluation Paths: In SAP HR, evaluation paths are used to define relationships between different objects in the organizational structure. They are crucial for various HR processes, including reporting and data retrieval.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with other related transaction codes, such as OOA3 (for displaying evaluation paths) and OOA4 (for changing evaluation paths).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. Sometimes, specific issues may have been documented with solutions or workarounds.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP HR expert for further assistance.