How To Fix HRPIQET077 - Enter a grade/scale/distinction only for earned degrees/qualifications

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPIQET - External Academic Work/Grades/Credits/Qualifications

• Message number: 077

• Message text: Enter a grade/scale/distinction only for earned degrees/qualifications

What causes this issue?

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

System Response

How to fix this error?

Enter a grade, scale, or academic distinction only for degrees and
qualifications that students have earned.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPIQET077 - Enter a grade/scale/distinction only for earned degrees/qualifications ?

  The SAP error message HRPIQET077 typically occurs in the context of the SAP Human Capital Management (HCM) module, specifically when dealing with employee qualifications and education records. This error indicates that a grade, scale, or distinction has been entered for a qualification that is not classified as an "earned" degree or qualification. 
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when:
  
  A user attempts to enter a grade, scale, or distinction for a qualification that is not marked as "earned."
  The system expects grades or distinctions only for qualifications that have been completed or earned, such as degrees or certifications.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Qualification Type: Ensure that the qualification you are trying to enter a grade for is indeed an earned qualification. If it is not, you should remove the grade, scale, or distinction.
  
  
  Modify the Qualification Entry:
  
  Go to the relevant employee's qualification record in the SAP system.
  Verify the status of the qualification. If it is not marked as "earned," you should either:
  
  Change the status to "earned" if applicable.
  Remove the grade/scale/distinction entry if the qualification is not completed.
  
  
  
  
  
  Data Entry Validation: Ensure that the data entry process is clear to users, so they understand when to enter grades and when not to. This may involve training or updating documentation.
  
  
  Consult Configuration: If you have access to the system configuration, check the settings for qualifications to ensure that the rules for entering grades/distinctions are correctly set up.
  
  
  User Training: Provide training to users who are responsible for entering qualifications to ensure they understand the distinction between earned and unearned qualifications.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional context or updates regarding this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP HCM documentation for guidelines on managing employee qualifications and the specific requirements for entering grades and distinctions.
  Support: If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP HCM expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the HRPIQET077 error and ensure that qualifications are entered correctly in the SAP system.