How To Fix HRPIQGRADING031 - Appraisal scheme or standard appraisal scheme does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPIQGRADING - Grading Messages

• Message number: 031

• Message text: Appraisal scheme or standard appraisal scheme does not exist

What causes this issue?

The system could not find an appraisal scheme for the module nor could
it find a standard appraisal scheme.

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?

Create a standard appraisal scheme in Customizing for <ZH>Student
Lifecycle Management</>.
In addition, you can assign an appraisal scheme to a module.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPIQGRADING031 - Appraisal scheme or standard appraisal scheme does not exist ?

  The SAP error message HRPIQGRADING031 indicates that the system cannot find the specified appraisal scheme or standard appraisal scheme in the system. This error typically occurs in the context of performance management or employee appraisal processes within the SAP HR module.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Appraisal Scheme: The appraisal scheme you are trying to use has not been created or is not available in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the appraisal scheme may not be set up correctly.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access the appraisal scheme.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a typo or incorrect entry in the appraisal scheme name or ID.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Appraisal Scheme Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SPRO (Customizing) and navigate to the relevant section for performance management.
  Verify that the appraisal scheme you are trying to use is defined correctly. You can check under:
  
  Personnel Management > Performance Management > Appraisal > Define Appraisal Schemes.
  
  
  If the appraisal scheme does not exist, you will need to create it.
  
  
  
  Create a New Appraisal Scheme:
  
  If the appraisal scheme is missing, you can create a new one by following the steps in the configuration path mentioned above.
  Ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the appraisal scheme. This can be checked in the user roles and profiles.
  
  
  
  Verify Data Entry:
  
  Double-check the name or ID of the appraisal scheme you are entering in the transaction. Ensure there are no typos or incorrect references.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any relevant SAP documentation or help files for additional guidance on setting up appraisal schemes.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) and PHAP_CATALOG (Appraisal Catalog) for managing appraisals.
  Performance Management: Understanding the overall performance management process in SAP can help in troubleshooting related issues.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for potential patches or updates that may resolve the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the HRPIQGRADING031 error in SAP.