How To Fix HRPIQ000221 - No standard form maintained for this status transfer

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPIQ000 - Messages in Development Class PMIQ

• Message number: 221

• Message text: No standard form maintained for this status transfer

What causes this issue?

You have tried to print a standard form for the application. However, no
standard form is specified in Customizing for this status transfer.

System Response

The standard form cannot be printed.

How to fix this error?

Contact your system administrator.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPIQ000221 - No standard form maintained for this status transfer ?

  The SAP error message HRPIQ000221 indicates that there is no standard form maintained for a specific status transfer in the SAP system, particularly in the context of the SAP HR (Human Resources) module, often related to the Personnel Administration or Organizational Management components.
  Cause:
  This error typically arises when:
  
  A status change is attempted in the system (e.g., changing an employee's status) but there is no corresponding standard form defined for that specific status transfer.
  The configuration for status transfers in the system is incomplete or incorrect.
  The necessary infotype or data structure for the status transfer is not set up properly.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide (IMG) and navigate to the relevant section for Personnel Administration or Organizational Management.
  Look for the configuration related to status transfers and ensure that the necessary forms are defined for the status you are trying to transfer.
  
  
  
  Maintain Standard Forms:
  
  If a standard form is missing, you may need to create or maintain it. This can involve defining the form in the system for the specific status transfer you are trying to execute.
  Use transaction code SPRO to access the configuration settings and ensure that all required forms are maintained.
  
  
  
  Check Infotypes:
  
  Verify that the relevant infotypes (e.g., Infotype 0000 for Actions) are correctly configured and that the status you are trying to transfer is valid and recognized by the system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on maintaining standard forms for status transfers.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform a test to ensure that the status transfer can be executed without triggering the error.
  
  
  
  Seek Help from SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the configuration and maintaining the forms, consider reaching out to SAP support or consulting with an SAP HR expert for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) and PA40 (Personnel Actions) to test the changes.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or patches that may address the issue.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user attempting the status transfer has the necessary authorizations to perform the action.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the HRPIQ000221 error in your SAP system.