How To Fix HRTMC_RM017 - Cannot change status between 'Completed' and 'Canceled'

HRTMC_RM017 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRTMC_RM - Message Class for Talent Review Meeting

• Message number: 017

• Message text: Cannot change status between 'Completed' and 'Canceled'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRTMC_RM017 - Cannot change status between 'Completed' and 'Canceled' ?

  The SAP error message HRTMC_RM017 indicates that there is an issue with changing the status of a process or task between 'Completed' and 'Canceled'. This error typically arises in the context of SAP SuccessFactors or SAP HCM (Human Capital Management) modules, particularly when dealing with processes like recruitment management or employee management.
  
  Cause:
  The error occurs because the system has specific rules and constraints regarding the status transitions of certain processes. In this case, once a task or process is marked as 'Completed', it cannot be directly changed to 'Canceled', and vice versa. This is often due to the integrity of the data and the workflow processes that are designed to maintain a clear and logical flow of status changes.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, consider the following steps:
  
  
  Review Status Transition Rules: Check the configuration settings in your SAP system to understand the allowed status transitions for the specific process you are working with.