How To Fix HRPIQ000691 - Progression status is ambiguous

HRPIQ000691 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPIQ000 - Messages in Development Class PMIQ

• Message number: 691

• Message text: Progression status is ambiguous

What causes this issue?

The system settings for progression status are ambiguous.

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.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

HRPIQ000691 - Details

• The SAP error message HRPIQ000691 ("Progression status is ambiguous") typically occurs in the context of SAP's Human Capital Management (HCM) module, particularly when dealing with employee qualifications, career progression, or similar HR-related functionalities. This error indicates that there is a conflict or ambiguity in the progression status of an employee, which can arise from various reasons.
  Causes:
  
  Multiple Progression Records: The employee may have multiple records for progression status that conflict with each other.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for progression statuses may not be set up correctly in the system.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data entered for the employee, such as overlapping dates or conflicting statuses.
  Missing or Incomplete Data: Required fields or data may be missing, leading to ambiguity in determining the correct progression status.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Progression Records: Review the employee's progression records in the system to identify any duplicates or conflicting entries. Remove or correct any inconsistencies.
  Review Configuration Settings: