HRWPC_REQ008 - Please specify the name (system user) of the Hiring Manager

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRWPC_REQ - Message class to catch errors in the Requisition Scenario

• Message number: 008

• Message text: Please specify the name (system user) of the Hiring Manager

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRWPC_REQ008 - Please specify the name (system user) of the Hiring Manager ?

  The SAP error message HRWPC_REQ008, which states "Please specify the name (system user) of the Hiring Manager," typically occurs in the context of the SAP SuccessFactors or SAP HCM (Human Capital Management) modules when creating or managing a job requisition. This error indicates that the system requires the identification of a Hiring Manager for the job requisition, and this information has not been provided.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Hiring Manager Information: The most common cause of this error is that the Hiring Manager field has not been filled out in the job requisition form.
  Incorrect User ID: The system may not recognize the user ID entered as a valid Hiring Manager.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that require a Hiring Manager to be specified but are not set up correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Enter Hiring Manager Information:
  
  Go to the job requisition form where the error occurred.
  Locate the field for the Hiring Manager.
  Enter the correct name or user ID of the Hiring Manager. Ensure that the user ID corresponds to a valid user in the system.
  
  
  
  Verify User ID:
  
  Check if the Hiring Manager is an active user in the system.
  Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to be assigned as a Hiring Manager.
  
  
  
  System Configuration:
  
  If you are an administrator, check the configuration settings related to job requisitions to ensure that the Hiring Manager field is set up correctly.
  Consult with your SAP support team or system administrator if you suspect there are configuration issues.
  
  
  
  Training and Documentation:
  
  Ensure that users involved in the hiring process are trained on how to fill out job requisitions correctly.
  Provide documentation or guidelines on how to select a Hiring Manager.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure that the Hiring Manager has the appropriate role assigned in the system to be able to manage job requisitions.
  SAP Notes and Documentation: Check SAP's official documentation or support notes for any updates or specific instructions related to this error message.
  Support Channels: If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By addressing the missing or incorrect Hiring Manager information, you should be able to resolve the HRWPC_REQ008 error and proceed with the job requisition process.