How To Fix 3L120 - Short-time day does not correspond with data in infotype 0007

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 3L - HR: Messages for Mexico

• Message number: 120

• Message text: Short-time day does not correspond with data in infotype 0007

What causes this issue?

When you select the "type of reduced workday" in days or hours in the
IMSS Data infotype (0369), the system checks that the field of the
Theoretical workdays infotype (0007) corresponding to the "part-time
employee" is also selected.

System Response

The system generates a warning message and allows you to continue the
program run.

How to fix this error?

Select the "part-time employee" checkbox in the Theoretical Workday
infotype (0007) or choose another type of reduced workday.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 3L120 - Short-time day does not correspond with data in infotype 0007 ?

  The SAP error message 3L120 ("Short-time day does not correspond with data in infotype 0007") typically occurs in the context of time management and payroll processing within the SAP system. This error indicates a mismatch between the short-time work data and the employee's time data recorded in Infotype 0007 (Basic Time Data).
  Cause:
  The error can arise due to several reasons:
  
  Inconsistent Data: The short-time work data (e.g., reduced working hours) does not align with the actual time data recorded for the employee in Infotype 0007.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the time management settings or in the short-time work settings.
  Missing Entries: The employee may not have the necessary entries in Infotype 0007 for the period in question, or the entries may not reflect the short-time work correctly.
  Date Range Issues: The date range for the short-time work may not match the date range of the time data in Infotype 0007.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Infotype 0007:
  
  Go to the employee's record and check Infotype 0007 for the relevant period. Ensure that the time data is correctly entered and reflects the actual working hours.
  Verify that the entries for short-time work are correctly recorded and that there are no gaps or inconsistencies.
  
  
  
  Review Short-Time Work Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings for short-time work in the SAP system. Ensure that the settings are correctly defined and that they align with the company's policies.
  Make sure that the short-time work indicators are correctly set up in the system.
  
  
  
  Validate Date Ranges:
  
  Ensure that the date ranges for the short-time work and the time data in Infotype 0007 match. If there are discrepancies, adjust the dates accordingly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling short-time work and Infotype 0007.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, run a test payroll or time evaluation to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Seek Help from SAP Support:
  
  If the issue continues after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotype 0007: This infotype is used to store basic time data for employees, including working hours, absences, and other time-related information.
  Short-Time Work: This is a temporary reduction in working hours, often implemented during economic downturns or crises to avoid layoffs.
  Time Management Configuration: Understanding the configuration settings in SAP for time management is crucial for troubleshooting related issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the error message 3L120 in SAP.