Overview of the Issue
In version 12.04 of the Coins application, users may encounter the warning message "There are no Skill Levels on file" when copying a Union Calculation. This warning can appear even if valid skill levels are already set and correctly configured. The issue is a known bug in version 12.04 and does not indicate an actual problem with the skill levels.
Cause and Resolution
This warning is a false alarm caused by a bug in version 12.04. The issue has been resolved in version 12.05. The fix was included in a pre-release Maintenance Update for version 12.05, making it part of the standard 12.05 product. As a result, it is not listed with a specific Maintenance Update (MU) fix number in the post-release documentation.
Workaround for Version 12.04
If you are using version 12.04 and encounter this warning, you can proceed past it without concern. After copying the Union Calculation, follow these steps to ensure everything is configured correctly:
Open the copied calculation.
Navigate to the Valid Skill Levels tab.
Confirm that the skill levels have carried over correctly.
This process ensures that the warning does not impact the functionality of the copied calculation.
Additional Notes
The warning pertains to the calculation’s Valid Skill Levels list, not the employee’s skill level record.
Ensure that skill levels are created in Payroll > Global Setup > Skill Levels and are selected from the Skill Level Pattern lookup on the calculation’s Valid Skill Levels tab.
Documentation Details
The fix for this issue is documented under the "Pre Version Release Maintenance Update" section for version 12.05 in the Help Center. Since it was included in a pre-release update, no separate PDF or fix number is associated with it. By following the guidance above, users can address the warning in version 12.04 and understand the resolution provided in version 12.05.