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

3B993 - Overview

• 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