How To Fix 53808 - Invalid absence/attendance reason

53808 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 53 - Incentive Wages Data

• Message number: 808

• Message text: Invalid absence/attendance reason

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 53808 - Invalid absence/attendance reason ?

  The SAP error message "53808 Invalid absence/attendance reason" typically occurs when there is an issue with the absence or attendance reason code being used in the system. This error can arise in various contexts, such as when processing time data, entering absence records, or during payroll processing.
  
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Reason Code: The absence or attendance reason code entered does not exist in the system or is not valid for the employee or the specific time period.
  
  Configuration Issues: The absence/attendance reason may not be properly configured in the system, or it may not be assigned to the relevant employee group or personnel area.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to use the specified absence/attendance reason.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be typographical errors in the reason code entered.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Reason Code: Verify that the absence/attendance reason code you are trying to use is valid. You can do this by checking the configuration