How To Fix 56208 - Trip duration is &1 nights; a maximum of &2 nights are allowed


56208 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: 56 - HR TRAVEL: Messages for Trip Costs Dialog

  • Message number: 208

  • Message text: Trip duration is &1 nights; a maximum of &2 nights are allowed

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  • What causes this issue?

    The trip entered has a duration of &V1& days. According to constant
    REIDR in the Travel Accounting constants, the maximum allowed duration
    for a business trip is &V2& days.

    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?

    Check whether the entry is correct.
    It may be necessary to complete IMG activity
    <DS:SIMG.SIMG_OHR0410>Check Travel Accounting Constants</>.
    If you do not have the necessary authorization, inform your system
    administrators so that the entry can be made in the table.

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 56208 - Trip duration is &1 nights; a maximum of &2 nights are allowed ?
    The SAP error message 56208, which states "Trip duration is &1 nights; a maximum of &2 nights are allowed," typically occurs in the context of travel management within SAP, particularly when dealing with travel requests or travel expense reports. This error indicates that the duration of the trip exceeds the maximum allowed duration set in the system.
    
    Cause: Configuration Limits: The maximum trip duration is defined in the system configuration. This limit can be set based on company policies or specific travel regulations. Incorrect Data Entry: The user may have entered an incorrect number of nights for the trip, either by mistake or misunderstanding the requirements. Travel Policy Changes: Changes in company travel policies may not have been updated in the SAP system, leading to discrepancies between expected and actual limits.
    Solution: Check Configuration Settings: Navigate to the configuration settings in SAP (usually done by a system administrator). Check the settings for trip duration limits in the Travel

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