How To Fix /SRMSMC/FND_MD_PARTY001 - Employee &1 does not exist or is not authorized as an appraiser

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SRMSMC/FND_MD_PARTY -

• Message number: 001

• Message text: Employee &1 does not exist or is not authorized as an appraiser

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SRMSMC/FND_MD_PARTY001 - Employee &1 does not exist or is not authorized as an appraiser ?

  The SAP error message /SRMSMC/FND_MD_PARTY001 Employee &1 does not exist or is not authorized as an appraiser typically occurs in the context of SAP's Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) or similar modules where appraiser roles are defined. This error indicates that the system cannot find the specified employee or that the employee does not have the necessary authorizations to act as an appraiser.
  Causes:
  
  Employee Does Not Exist: The employee ID specified in the error message may not exist in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The employee may exist but does not have the required roles or authorizations to perform the appraiser function.
  Data Synchronization Issues: There may be a delay or issue in data synchronization between different systems (e.g., between HR and SRM).
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for appraisers may not be set up correctly in the system.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Verify Employee Existence:
  
  Check if the employee ID exists in the system. You can do this by using transaction codes like PA20 (Display HR Master Data) or PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) to look up the employee.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the employee has the necessary roles assigned to them. You can check this using transaction PFCG (Role Maintenance) to see if the employee has the appropriate authorization roles for appraising.
  
  
  
  Review Appraiser Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings for appraisers in the SRM system. Ensure that the employee is included in the list of authorized appraisers.
  
  
  
  Data Synchronization:
  
  If your organization uses multiple systems (like SAP ERP and SAP SRM), ensure that the employee data is synchronized correctly. You may need to run synchronization jobs or check for any errors in the data transfer process.
  
  
  
  Consult with HR or System Administrator:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consult with your HR department or system administrator. They may have additional insights or access to logs that can help diagnose the problem.
  
  
  
  Check for Customizations:
  
  If your organization has custom developments or enhancements, check if any custom logic is affecting the appraiser assignment.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PFCG, PA20, PA30, and any specific SRM transaction codes that may be relevant to your issue.
  Authorization Objects: Understand the authorization objects related to appraiser roles, which may include S_USER_AUTH, S_TCODE, and others depending on your specific configuration.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.