How To Fix HRPIQGRADING039 - Booking status cannot be set to complete without appraisal completed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPIQGRADING - Grading Messages

• Message number: 039

• Message text: Booking status cannot be set to complete without appraisal completed

What causes this issue?

Based on your institution's configuration, the system tried to
automatically set the booking status to 'Completed Successfully' /
'Completed Unsuccessfully'. However, this is not possible because the
appraisal status has not been set to 'Complete'.

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPIQGRADING039 - Booking status cannot be set to complete without appraisal completed ?

  The SAP error message HRPIQGRADING039 indicates that a booking status cannot be set to "complete" because the associated appraisal has not been completed. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP's Talent Management or Performance Management modules, where appraisals are a critical part of the employee evaluation process.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the system requires an appraisal to be finalized before allowing the booking status to be marked as complete. This is a safeguard to ensure that all necessary evaluations and feedback are captured before concluding the booking process.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Appraisal Status: Verify if the appraisal related to the booking is completed. You can do this by navigating to the appraisal document in the system.
  
  
  Complete the Appraisal: If the appraisal is not completed, you will need to finalize it. This may involve:
  
  Filling in any missing information.
  Ensuring that all required fields are completed.
  Obtaining necessary approvals if your organization has a multi-level approval process.
  
  
  
  Re-attempt to Set Booking Status: Once the appraisal is completed, you can attempt to set the booking status to complete again.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the appraisal process or how to complete it, refer to your organization's SAP documentation or user manuals for guidance.
  
  
  Contact Support: If you continue to experience issues after ensuring the appraisal is complete, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or system administrator for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional context.
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to complete appraisals and change booking statuses.
  Training: If you are new to the SAP Talent Management module, consider undergoing training to better understand the appraisal and booking processes.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the HRPIQGRADING039 error and successfully set the booking status to complete.