How To Fix LSOPV340 - Maintain appraisal criteria in Customizing first

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 340

• Message text: Maintain appraisal criteria in Customizing first

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message LSOPV340 - Maintain appraisal criteria in Customizing first ?

  The SAP error message LSOPV340 indicates that the appraisal criteria have not been maintained in the system's Customizing settings. This error typically occurs when you are trying to execute a performance appraisal or evaluation process without having defined the necessary appraisal criteria in the system.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the appraisal criteria, which are essential for the performance appraisal process, have not been set up in the SAP system. This can happen if:
  
  The configuration for the appraisal criteria has not been completed.
  The necessary settings in the Customizing (SPRO) have not been maintained.
  The appraisal criteria are missing or incorrectly defined.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the LSOPV340 error, you need to maintain the appraisal criteria in the Customizing settings. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access Customizing:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen.
  Enter transaction code SPRO and press Enter.
  
  
  
  Navigate to the Appraisal Criteria Settings:
  
  Follow the path: Personnel Management -> Performance Management -> Appraisal -> Define Appraisal Criteria.
  Alternatively, you can search for the relevant section using the search functionality in SPRO.
  
  
  
  Define Appraisal Criteria:
  
  In the "Define Appraisal Criteria" section, you can create or modify the appraisal criteria as needed.
  Ensure that all necessary fields are filled out correctly, including the criteria name, description, and any other relevant settings.
  
  
  
  Save Changes:
  
  After making the necessary changes, save your configuration.
  
  
  
  Test the Process:
  
  After maintaining the appraisal criteria, try to execute the performance appraisal process again to see if the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal for detailed documentation on performance management and appraisal criteria.
  Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes in the Customizing settings.
  Transport Requests: If you are working in a development environment, remember to transport your changes to the quality and production environments as needed.
  Consulting Help: If you are unsure about the configuration or if the issue persists, consider consulting with your SAP Basis or HR module expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the LSOPV340 error and successfully maintain the appraisal criteria in your SAP system.