How To Fix HRPBSINPS_LOCALIZE679 - Incorrect approver(&1). Approver-Id not assigned to any personnel number.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPBSINPS_LOCALIZE - Messages for India PS localization functionalities

• Message number: 679

• Message text: Incorrect approver(&1). Approver-Id not assigned to any personnel number.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPBSINPS_LOCALIZE679 - Incorrect approver(&1). Approver-Id not assigned to any personnel number. ?

  The SAP error message HRPBSINPS_LOCALIZE679 indicates that there is an issue with the approver ID in the context of a personnel action or workflow. Specifically, the error states that the approver ID provided is not assigned to any personnel number, which means that the system cannot find a valid employee record associated with the specified approver.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Approver ID: The approver ID entered may be incorrect or misspelled.
  Missing Assignment: The approver ID may not be assigned to any personnel number in the SAP system.
  Inactive or Deleted User: The user associated with the approver ID may have been deactivated or deleted from the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the workflow or approval process that are causing the system to not recognize the approver.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Approver ID: Check the approver ID for any typos or errors. Ensure that it is the correct ID that should be used for the approval process.
  Check Personnel Assignment:
  
  Go to the relevant transaction (e.g., PA20 or PA30) to check if the approver ID is assigned to a valid personnel number.
  If the approver ID is not assigned, you may need to assign it to the appropriate personnel number.
  
  
  User Status: Ensure that the user associated with the approver ID is active and has not been deleted or deactivated in the system.
  Workflow Configuration: Review the workflow configuration to ensure that the approver is correctly set up in the approval process. This may involve checking the workflow definition and ensuring that the approver is included in the relevant steps.
  Consult with HR or IT: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consult with your HR or IT department for assistance. They may have access to additional tools or information to help troubleshoot the problem.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA20 (Display HR Master Data), PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data), and SWI1 (Work Item Selection) to investigate the issue further.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary roles and authorizations to perform the approval actions.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes or documentation that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the HRPBSINPS_LOCALIZE679 error message.