How To Fix PQ621 - Unable to find an evaluation path

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PQ - HR-PD: Personnel Development

• Message number: 621

• Message text: Unable to find an evaluation path

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PQ621 - Unable to find an evaluation path ?

  The SAP error message PQ621, "Unable to find an evaluation path," typically occurs in the context of SAP's Production Planning (PP) or Quality Management (QM) modules when the system is unable to locate a specific evaluation path for a characteristic or a set of characteristics in the context of a process or evaluation.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Evaluation Path: The evaluation path that is being referenced in the system does not exist or has not been defined in the configuration.
  Incorrect Configuration: The evaluation path may be incorrectly configured or not assigned to the relevant characteristics or objects.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the evaluation path.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the master data or configuration data that prevent the system from finding the evaluation path.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Evaluation Path Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SPRO and navigate to the relevant configuration settings for evaluation paths in the context of your module (PP/QM).
  Ensure that the evaluation path you are trying to use is defined correctly.
  
  
  
  Define or Modify Evaluation Path:
  
  If the evaluation path does not exist, you may need to create it. This can be done in the configuration settings under the relevant module.
  If it exists but is not functioning correctly, review its settings and make necessary adjustments.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user encountering the error has the necessary authorizations to access the evaluation path. This can be checked with your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the master data related to the characteristics or objects involved in the evaluation. Ensure that all necessary data is correctly maintained.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the evaluation path again to ensure that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO for configuration, SE11 for data dictionary, and SE37 for function modules that may be related to evaluation paths.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files related to evaluation paths in the context of your specific module (PP/QM).
  Community Forums: Consider checking SAP Community forums or other user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support for further assistance.