How To Fix HRPSGB_HER150 - There are three subjects (&1 &2 &3), but method is major/minor

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPSGB_HER - HR PS GB Higher Education Messages (USS, HESA etc)

• Message number: 150

• Message text: There are three subjects (&1 &2 &3), but method is major/minor

What causes this issue?

For the record there are three subjects, but the combination is
major/minor.
HESA states that:
"A `major/ minor' combination is one in which one subject is dominant,
forming 60% or more of the programme of study; the remaining subject
will form between 25% and 40%. A component of less than 25% is ignored
for the purposes of recording subject combinations."
Thus only two subjects are possible.

System Response

The data is not valid and cannot be entered or processed.

How to fix this error?

Correct the data.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPSGB_HER150 - There are three subjects (&1 &2 &3), but method is major/minor ?

  The SAP error message HRPSGB_HER150 typically occurs in the context of the SAP Human Resources (HR) module, particularly when dealing with the handling of subjects in a specific context, such as performance management or employee evaluations. The error indicates that there is a mismatch between the number of subjects defined and the method being used (major/minor).
  Cause:
  The error arises when the system expects a certain number of subjects (in this case, three subjects) but the method being applied is configured to handle only major and minor subjects. This can happen due to:
  
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings for the evaluation or performance management process may not align with the data being processed.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be incorrect or incomplete data entries in the relevant infotypes or evaluation forms.
  Custom Development: If there are custom enhancements or modifications in the system, they may not be handling the subjects correctly.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the HRPSGB_HER150 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings for the relevant HR processes (e.g., performance management, appraisals) to ensure that they are set up correctly to handle the number of subjects you are working with.
  Ensure that the method being used is appropriate for the number of subjects defined.
  
  
  
  Review Data Entries:
  
  Verify the data entries in the relevant infotypes or evaluation forms. Ensure that the subjects are correctly defined and that there are no discrepancies.
  Check if the subjects are correctly categorized as major or minor as per the configuration.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific error message for additional insights or updates that may address the issue.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If you have access to the development environment, consider debugging the program or function module that is generating the error to identify the root cause.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the configuration and data, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. Provide them with the error message details and any relevant context.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SPRO for configuration, PA30 for infotype maintenance, or SE80 for debugging.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide patches.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the HRPSGB_HER150 error in your SAP system.