How To Fix 3E122 - &: More than maximum of 2 absences affcting leave accruals in the process

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 3E - Vorgesehen für neue Länderentwicklungen HR

• Message number: 122

• Message text: &: More than maximum of 2 absences affcting leave accruals in the process

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 3E122 - &: More than maximum of 2 absences affcting leave accruals in the process ?

  The SAP error message 3E122 indicates that there are more than the allowed number of absences affecting leave accruals during a specific processing period. This typically occurs in the context of employee leave management, where the system is designed to limit the number of overlapping absences that can impact leave accrual calculations.
  Cause:
  
  Multiple Absences: The employee has more than two absences that overlap or are active during the same period, which the system does not allow for leave accrual calculations.
  Configuration Settings: The system may be configured to limit the number of absences affecting leave accruals to a maximum of two. This is often a business rule to prevent complex calculations or errors in leave management.
  Incorrect Data Entry: There may be incorrect or duplicate entries in the absence records for the employee.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Absence Records: Check the employee's absence records to identify any overlapping absences. You can do this by navigating to the relevant infotype (e.g., IT 2001 for Absences) and reviewing the entries.
  Adjust Absences: If there are more than two absences affecting leave accruals, consider adjusting or deleting the unnecessary absences. Ensure that only the relevant absences are active during the accrual calculation period.
  Consult Configuration: If the business rules allow for more than two absences, consult with your SAP HR configuration team to adjust the settings in the system. This may involve changing the configuration in the absence management module.
  Run Reports: Use SAP reports to analyze absence data and identify patterns or issues that may lead to this error. Reports like S_PH0_48000120 (Absence Overview) can be helpful.
  User Training: Ensure that users responsible for entering absence data are trained on the correct procedures to avoid data entry errors.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP Notes can provide additional context or solutions.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to absence management and leave accruals for best practices and configuration guidelines.
  Support: If the issue persists after taking corrective actions, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal IT team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message 3E122 and ensure that leave accruals are calculated correctly.