How To Fix 3E408 - Quota type & not present in T556A

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 408

• Message text: Quota type & not present in T556A

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 3E408 - Quota type & not present in T556A ?

  The SAP error message 3E408 indicates that a specific quota type is not present in the table T556A. This table is used in SAP to define various quota types for employee leave and absence management, such as vacation days, sick leave, etc. When you encounter this error, it typically means that the system is trying to access a quota type that has not been defined in the configuration.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Quota Type: The quota type referenced in the error message is not defined in the T556A table.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a misconfiguration in the absence management settings or the employee's infotype records.
  Data Entry Error: The quota type may have been incorrectly entered in the employee's records or during the configuration process.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check T556A Table:
  
  Go to transaction code SE16 or SE16N.
  Enter the table name T556A and execute.
  Check if the quota type mentioned in the error message exists in the table. If it does not, you will need to create it.
  
  
  
  Create/Modify Quota Type:
  
  If the quota type is missing, you can create it using transaction code SPRO.
  Navigate to Personnel Management > Personnel Administration > Time Management > Absences > Define Absence Quota Types.
  Add the missing quota type with the necessary details.
  
  
  
  Check Employee Records:
  
  Use transaction code PA20 or PA30 to check the employee's infotype records (e.g., infotype 2006 for absence quotas).
  Ensure that the quota type is correctly assigned to the employee.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the configuration for absence management is correctly set up and that all necessary quota types are defined.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the functionality again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  T556A Table: This table contains the definitions of various absence quota types.
  Infotype 2006: This infotype is used to manage absence quotas for employees.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO, SE16, PA20, and PA30 for configuration and data checks.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP Notes for any specific patches or updates related to this error.