How To Fix SF502 - Document status: raw version

SF502 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SF - SAPfind: Message Texts

• Message number: 502

• Message text: Document status: raw version

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SF502 - Document status: raw version ?

  The SAP error message SF502, which indicates "Document status: raw version," typically occurs in the context of SAP SuccessFactors when there is an issue with the document versioning or when a document is not yet finalized or published. This can happen in various modules, such as Performance Management or Goal Management, where documents are created and need to be reviewed or approved.
  
  Cause:
  
  Unpublished Document: The document is still in a draft state and has not been published or finalized.
  Version Control: The document may be in a raw version due to ongoing edits or changes that have not been saved or submitted for approval.
  User Permissions: The user may not have the necessary permissions to view or edit the finalized version of the document.
  System Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration settings in the SAP SuccessFactors system that affect document status.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Publish the Document: If you have the necessary permissions, ensure that the