How To Fix HRPIQGRADING120 - Function &1 is not allowed for activity &2 and object type &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPIQGRADING - Grading Messages

• Message number: 120

• Message text: Function &1 is not allowed for activity &2 and object type &3

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?

Contact your system administrator.

Procedure for System Administrators

Check the Customzing settings in <DS:SIMG.CM_XX_1232>Functions for
Qualification Conferment</> (view cluster VC_T7PIQAGR_FUNC).

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPIQGRADING120 - Function &1 is not allowed for activity &2 and object type &3 ?

  The SAP error message HRPIQGRADING120 indicates that a specific function (denoted as &1) is not permitted for a particular activity (denoted as &2) and object type (denoted as &3) in the context of SAP's Human Resources module, particularly in the area of personnel administration or qualifications management.
  Cause:
  This error typically arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to perform the specified function for the given activity and object type.
  Configuration Settings: The system may be configured in such a way that the function is restricted for certain activities or object types.
  Business Rules: There may be specific business rules or logic implemented in the system that restricts certain actions based on the current state of the object or activity.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the appropriate authorizations to perform the action. This can be done by reviewing the user's roles and authorizations in the SAP system.
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to check for authorization failures.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings related to the specific activity and object type in the SAP system. This may involve reviewing the customizing settings in the relevant IMG (Implementation Guide) sections.
  Ensure that the function is enabled for the specific activity and object type.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the SAP documentation or help files related to the specific function, activity, and object type to understand any restrictions or prerequisites that may apply.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. Provide them with the error message details and any relevant context.
  
  
  
  Check for Business Logic:
  
  If there are custom developments or enhancements in your SAP system, check if there are any specific business rules that might be causing this restriction.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data), PA20 (Display HR Master Data), and others that may be related to the activity you are trying to perform.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to the error message or the specific function you are trying to use. SAP Notes often provide solutions or workarounds for known issues.
  Community Forums: Consider checking SAP Community forums or other user groups where similar issues may have been discussed.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution.