How To Fix 3H004 - Counting class of period work schedule &/& not available on &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 3H - Messages for Reading HR Customizing Tables

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Counting class of period work schedule &/& not available on &

What causes this issue?

You cannot create the attendance or absence because important system
settings have not been made.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Inform your system administrator.

Procedure for System Administrators

Ensure that the counting class of the period work schedule has been set
in Customizing and that it is valid.
For more information, see the Implementation Guide for Personnel Time
Management: <ZK>Time Data Recording and Administration ->
Absences -> Absence Counting </>-> <DS:SIMG.OHIX1000>Define Counting
Classes for the Period Work Schedule</>
<ZK>Attendances -> Attendance Counting</> -> <DS:SIMG.OHTX1000> Define
Counting Classes for the Period Work Schedule
</>

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 3H004 - Counting class of period work schedule &/& not available on & ?

  The SAP error message 3H004 indicates that there is an issue with the counting class of the period work schedule. Specifically, it means that the counting class for the specified work schedule is not available for the given date or period.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The counting class for the work schedule may not be defined in the system.
  Incorrect Work Schedule Assignment: The work schedule may not be correctly assigned to the employee or the organizational unit.
  Date Issues: The date specified in the error message may fall outside the validity period of the work schedule or counting class.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data related to the employee or work schedule.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for work schedules in SAP (Transaction code: SPRO).
  Navigate to Personnel Management > Personnel Administration > Time Management > Work Schedules and ensure that the counting class is defined for the relevant work schedule.
  
  
  
  Verify Work Schedule Assignment:
  
  Check the employee's work schedule assignment in the infotype 0007 (Planned Working Time) to ensure that the correct work schedule is assigned.
  Ensure that the work schedule is valid for the date in question.
  
  
  
  Review Validity Period:
  
  Check the validity period of the work schedule and counting class. Ensure that the date you are trying to process falls within this period.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run consistency checks on the employee's master data to identify any discrepancies that may be causing the issue.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on work schedules and counting classes.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  PA30: Maintain HR Master Data
  PA20: Display HR Master Data
  SPRO: Customizing Implementation Guide
  
  
  Infotypes: 
  
  0007: Planned Working Time
  0008: Basic Pay
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in Time Management within SAP.