How To Fix LSOPV338 - Maintain paths in Appraisal Types table in Customizing first

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: LSOPV - Training Management (Copy of Message Class PV)

• Message number: 338

• Message text: Maintain paths in Appraisal Types table in Customizing first

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message LSOPV338 - Maintain paths in Appraisal Types table in Customizing first ?

  The SAP error message LSOPV338, which states "Maintain paths in Appraisal Types table in Customizing first," typically occurs in the context of performance appraisal or evaluation processes within the SAP system. This error indicates that the system requires certain configuration settings to be established before you can proceed with the appraisal process.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the absence of defined paths in the Appraisal Types table (T77S0) in the SAP Customizing settings. The paths are necessary for the system to understand how to process the appraisal types and their associated workflows.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to maintain the paths in the Appraisal Types table. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the Customizing Transaction:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen.
  Enter the transaction code SPRO to access the SAP Reference IMG (Implementation Guide).
  
  
  
  Navigate to the Appraisal Types Configuration:
  
  Follow the path: Personnel Management -> Personnel Development -> Appraisals -> Define Appraisal Types.
  
  
  
  Maintain Appraisal Types:
  
  In the Appraisal Types configuration, you will find the option to define or maintain appraisal types.
  Ensure that you have the necessary appraisal types defined and that the paths for these types are correctly set up.
  
  
  
  Define Paths:
  
  You may need to specify the paths for each appraisal type. This typically involves defining the sequence of steps or stages that an appraisal will go through.
  
  
  
  Save Your Changes:
  
  After making the necessary changes, save your configuration.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  After saving, try to execute the appraisal process again to see if the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SPRO: Access the SAP Reference IMG.
  PP01: Access the Profile Management for Personnel Development.
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on configuring appraisal types and paths.
  
  
  
  User Roles:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes in the Customizing settings.
  
  
  
  Support:
  
  If you continue to experience issues, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting the SAP Community for additional assistance.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the LSOPV338 error and successfully maintain the paths in the Appraisal Types table.