How To Fix UMB251 - Enter comments to an assessment and to other comments

UMB251 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UMB - SEM-CPM: Balanced Scorecard

• Message number: 251

• Message text: Enter comments to an assessment and to other comments

What causes this issue?

You are authorized to enter comments only in change mode.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

UMB251 - Details

• The SAP error message UMB251, which states "Enter comments to an assessment and to other comments," typically occurs in the context of the SAP system when a user is trying to save or process an assessment document without providing the required comments in the designated fields.
  
  Cause:
  The error is triggered because the system requires users to enter comments in specific fields before proceeding. This is often a part of the business process to ensure that all assessments or evaluations are documented with appropriate commentary for clarity and record-keeping.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the UMB251 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Locate the Comments Fields: Go to the assessment screen where the error occurred. Look for fields labeled for comments or notes.
  
  
  Enter Required Comments: Fill in the comments fields as required. Ensure that you provide meaningful comments that reflect the assessment or evaluation being conducted.
  
  
  Check for Mandatory Fields: Sometimes, there may be additional mandatory fields that need to