How To Fix PA099 - App.has overall status & from &-& - vac.assignment status & not permitted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PA - Recruitment Messages

• Message number: 099

• Message text: App.has overall status & from &-& - vac.assignment status & not permitted

What causes this issue?

The vacancy assignment status for the vacancy assigned to an applicant
cannot be selected at random but must be consistent with the overall
status of the applicant.
The permissible combinations are defined in <ls>Recruitment</>
customizing under <DS:SIMG.OHBX1046>Set permissible vac.assign.
statuses for each overall status</>.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PA099 - App.has overall status & from &-& - vac.assignment status & not permitted ?

  The SAP error message PA099 typically indicates an issue related to the overall status of an application or process in the context of personnel administration or time management. The message suggests that there is a conflict between the overall status of the application and the vacation assignment status, which is not permitted.
  Cause:
  
  Status Conflict: The error usually arises when there is a mismatch between the overall status of the application (e.g., a leave request) and the vacation assignment status. For example, if the overall status is set to "not permitted" or "blocked," it may prevent the processing of vacation assignments.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to process or change the status of the application.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that restrict certain actions based on the status of the application or the employee's vacation assignment.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Overall Status: Review the overall status of the application. Ensure that it is set to a status that allows for vacation assignments. You may need to change the status to "approved" or "in process" if applicable.
  Review Vacation Assignment: Check the vacation assignment status for the employee. Ensure that it is correctly configured and does not conflict with the overall status of the application.
  Authorization Check: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the action. If not, contact your SAP security administrator to grant the required permissions.
  Consult Configuration: If the issue persists, consult with your SAP HR configuration team to review the settings related to personnel actions and vacation assignments. They may need to adjust the configuration to allow for the desired actions.
  Error Logs: Check the SAP error logs for more detailed information about the error. This can provide insights into what specifically is causing the conflict.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to personnel administration and time management for best practices and guidelines on handling vacation assignments and application statuses.
  User Forums: Consider checking SAP community forums or user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  If the problem continues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support for further assistance.