How To Fix HRPIQUS_REPORTING061 - Degree Type & is not mapped to IPEDS Award Level

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPIQUS_REPORTING - US legal reporting

• Message number: 061

• Message text: Degree Type & is not mapped to IPEDS Award Level

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPIQUS_REPORTING061 - Degree Type & is not mapped to IPEDS Award Level ?

  The SAP error message HRPIQUS_REPORTING061 indicates that there is an issue with the mapping of degree types to the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) award levels in the SAP system. This error typically arises when the degree type being used in a report or data entry does not have a corresponding mapping in the system to the IPEDS award levels.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Mapping: The degree type you are trying to use is not defined in the mapping table that connects degree types to IPEDS award levels.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for degree types or award levels may be incorrect or incomplete.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a typo or incorrect entry in the degree type field.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Mapping Configuration:
  
  Access the configuration settings in SAP where degree types are mapped to IPEDS award levels.
  Ensure that the degree type in question is listed and correctly mapped to an appropriate IPEDS award level.
  
  
  
  Add Missing Mapping:
  
  If the degree type is not present, you may need to add it to the mapping table. This typically requires administrative access to the SAP system.
  Consult with your SAP administrator or the team responsible for maintaining the system to add the necessary mapping.
  
  
  
  Verify Degree Type:
  
  Double-check the degree type being used in your report or data entry. Ensure that it is spelled correctly and matches the expected values in the mapping table.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any relevant documentation or guidelines provided by your institution regarding degree types and IPEDS reporting to ensure compliance.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, run the report or data entry process again to verify that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  IPEDS: The Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System is a system of surveys conducted by the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) that collects data from colleges, universities, and technical and vocational institutions in the United States.
  Degree Types: Common degree types include Associate's, Bachelor's, Master's, Doctoral, etc. Each of these should have a corresponding IPEDS award level.
  SAP HR Module: This error is related to the Human Resources module in SAP, which manages employee data, including educational qualifications.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support or your institution's IT department for further assistance.