How To Fix HRPIQ000796 - External grade symbol &1 already exists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPIQ000 - Messages in Development Class PMIQ

• Message number: 796

• Message text: External grade symbol &1 already exists

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPIQ000796 - External grade symbol &1 already exists ?

  The SAP error message HRPIQ000796 indicates that there is an attempt to create or modify an external grade symbol that already exists in the system. This error typically occurs in the context of personnel administration or organizational management, particularly when dealing with external grading systems or classifications.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when:
  
  You are trying to create a new external grade symbol (e.g., for a position or employee) that has the same identifier as an existing one.
  There may be a duplicate entry in the database for the external grade symbol you are trying to use.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Symbols:
  
  Use transaction codes like SE16 or SE11 to access the relevant database tables (e.g., T529A for external grades) and check if the external grade symbol you are trying to create already exists.
  
  
  
  Modify Existing Entry:
  
  If the external grade symbol already exists and is valid, consider using that existing symbol instead of creating a new one.
  
  
  
  Delete or Change Duplicate:
  
  If the existing entry is not needed, you may delete it or change its identifier if it is appropriate to do so. Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make these changes.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the SAP documentation or help files related to external grading to ensure you are following the correct procedures for creating or modifying external grade symbols.
  
  
  
  Check Customizations:
  
  If your organization has custom developments or enhancements, check if there are any custom validations or logic that might be causing this error.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data), PA40 (Personnel Actions), and SE16 (Data Browser) for checking existing records.
  Tables: Understand the relevant tables involved in external grading, such as T529A (External Grades) and any related tables that might store additional information.
  Authorization: Ensure you have the necessary authorizations to view and modify the relevant data in the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.