How To Fix PQ720 - &1 "&2" selected as reference appraisal

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 720

• Message text: &1 "&2" selected as reference appraisal

What causes this issue?

If you want to compare appraisals, you must specify a reference
appraisal. This reference appraisal is the appraisal against which the
other appraisal is compared. When the comparison results are displayed,
the rating from the reference appraisal appears in the first line for
each appraisal element.

System Response

If you do not select a reference appraisal, the system automatically
selects the top entry of the entries marked in the list, and uses this
as the reference appraisal.

How to fix this error?

In your editing options, you can specify that the average of the
appraisals you want to compare should be used as the reference. In this
case, the average rating for an appraisal element is displayed in the
first line of the element in question.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PQ720 - &1 "&2" selected as reference appraisal ?

  The SAP error message PQ720 typically indicates an issue related to the selection of a reference appraisal in the Performance Management module. This error can occur when there is a problem with the appraisal process, such as missing data or incorrect configuration.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Reference Appraisal: The reference appraisal that you are trying to select may not exist or may not be properly configured in the system.
  Incorrect Appraisal Type: The appraisal type selected may not be compatible with the reference appraisal you are trying to use.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the reference appraisal.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the appraisal process, such as missing or incorrect entries in the appraisal documents.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Reference Appraisal: Verify that the reference appraisal exists in the system and is correctly configured. You can do this by navigating to the relevant appraisal documents and checking their status.
  Review Appraisal Type: Ensure that the appraisal type you are using is compatible with the reference appraisal. You may need to consult with your SAP administrator or HR team to confirm this.
  Authorization Check: Make sure that you have the necessary authorizations to access and select the reference appraisal. If not, contact your system administrator to grant the required permissions.
  Data Validation: Review the data related to the appraisal process for any inconsistencies or missing information. Correct any issues found in the appraisal documents.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the PQ720 error message and related appraisal processes.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the PQ720 error. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common errors.
  Performance Management Configuration: Review the configuration settings for Performance Management in your SAP system to ensure everything is set up correctly.
  User Training: Ensure that users involved in the appraisal process are adequately trained on how to select reference appraisals and understand the appraisal process.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support or your internal IT team for further assistance.