How To Fix HRPIQ000435 - Error while searching for grading scale; create entry in Customizing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPIQ000 - Messages in Development Class PMIQ

• Message number: 435

• Message text: Error while searching for grading scale; create entry in Customizing

What causes this issue?

An internal error occurred while the system was attempting to find the
grading scale.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Contact your system administrator.

Procedure for System Administrators

Maintain the required grading scale entries in Customizing for <LS>
Student Lifecycle Management</> under <LS>Master Data in Student
Lifecycle Management -> Academic Scales</>.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPIQ000435 - Error while searching for grading scale; create entry in Customizing ?

  The SAP error message HRPIQ000435 typically occurs in the context of the SAP Human Capital Management (HCM) module, particularly when dealing with the grading scale in the Personnel Administration or Organizational Management components. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a grading scale that matches the criteria specified in the search.
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Missing Grading Scale: The grading scale that is being referenced does not exist in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The grading scale may not be properly configured in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the grading scale.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data that prevent the system from retrieving the grading scale.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the HRPIQ000435 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Grading Scale Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the Customizing (SPRO) transaction.
  Go to Personnel Management > Personnel Administration > Customizing Procedures > Grading Scale.
  Ensure that the grading scale you are trying to use is defined and correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Create or Modify Grading Scale:
  
  If the grading scale does not exist, you will need to create it.
  If it exists but is not configured correctly, modify it as necessary.
  
  
  
  Check for Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the grading scale.
  You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify and adjust user roles and permissions.
  
  
  
  Review Related Data:
  
  Check if there are any related data entries that might be causing the issue, such as organizational units or positions that reference the grading scale.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the functionality again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like SPRO for configuration, PA30 for maintaining personnel data, and OM for organizational management.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed guidance on grading scales and their configuration.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP HCM expert for further assistance.