An employee received adverse remarks regarding communication skills and a rectified error in their 2019-20 annual performance appraisal, despite an overall 'Very Good' grading. While the 'Very Good' rating generally implies no promotion issues, the adverse remarks could potentially affect merit-based advancement. The employee was advised to monitor the situation and gather evidence, and it was clarified that a technological issue preventing timely representation does not waive the right to submit a hard copy appeal.