How To Fix 3B993 - No absence/illness not available

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 3B - Messages HR SK

• Message number: 993

• Message text: No absence/illness not available

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 3B993 - No absence/illness not available ?

  The SAP error message 3B993 ("No absence/illness not available") typically occurs in the context of absence management or time management within the SAP system. This error indicates that the system is unable to find the relevant absence or illness data for a specific employee or time period.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Data: The employee may not have any recorded absences or illnesses in the system for the specified time frame.
  Incorrect Time Period: The time period being queried may not have any relevant absence records.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of absence types or the infotype settings in the SAP system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to view absence data for the employee in question.
  Data Consistency: There may be inconsistencies or errors in the employee's master data or absence records.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Absence Records: Verify if the employee has any absence or illness records for the specified period. You can do this by checking the relevant infotypes (e.g., Infotype 2001 for Absences).
  Review Time Period: Ensure that the time period you are querying is correct and that it aligns with the employee's absence records.
  Configuration Review: Check the configuration settings for absence types in the SAP system. Ensure that the absence types are correctly defined and active.
  Authorization Check: Confirm that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the absence data for the employee.
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks on the employee's master data and absence records to identify any discrepancies.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotypes: Familiarize yourself with relevant infotypes such as Infotype 2001 (Absences) and Infotype 0000 (Actions) to understand how absence data is stored and managed.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like PA20 (Display HR Master Data) or PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) to view and manage employee absence records.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes or documentation that may address specific issues related to absence management or the error message in question.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the error message 3B993 in your SAP system.