How To Fix HRPIQ000704 - First choose a scale

HRPIQ000704 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPIQ000 - Messages in Development Class PMIQ

• Message number: 704

• Message text: First choose a scale

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HRPIQ000704 - Details

• The SAP error message HRPIQ000704: "First choose a scale" typically occurs in the context of the SAP HR (Human Resources) module, particularly when dealing with personnel administration or organizational management tasks. This error indicates that the system expects you to select a scale (such as a pay scale or grading scale) before proceeding with the action you are trying to perform.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Scale Selection: The most common cause of this error is that the user has not selected a scale in the relevant field before attempting to save or process the data.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that require a scale to be defined for certain actions, and if these are not set up correctly, the error can occur.
  User Input Error: The user may have overlooked the scale selection due to the layout of the screen or misunderstanding of the required fields.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Select a Scale: Ensure that you