How To Fix 5A780 - Conversion factor between time units &1 and &2 is missing in table T777L

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5A - Basis Personnel Management

• Message number: 780

• Message text: Conversion factor between time units &1 and &2 is missing in table T777L

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5A780 - Conversion factor between time units &1 and &2 is missing in table T777L ?

  The SAP error message 5A780 indicates that there is a missing conversion factor between two time units in the system, specifically in the table T777L. This table is used to define conversion factors for different time units in the SAP system, which is essential for various HR and time management functionalities.
  Cause:
  The error typically arises when:
  
  There is an attempt to convert between two time units (e.g., hours to days) for which no conversion factor has been defined in the T777L table.
  The required time unit is not configured in the system, or the conversion factor has been deleted or not maintained properly.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Table T777L:
  
  Use transaction code SE11 (Data Dictionary) to view the table T777L.
  Check if there is an entry for the specific time units mentioned in the error message (e.g., &1 and &2).
  
  
  
  Maintain Conversion Factors:
  
  If the entry is missing, you will need to create a new entry in the T777L table.
  Use transaction code SM30 to maintain the view for table T777L.
  Add the necessary conversion factor for the time units in question.
  
  
  
  Define Time Units:
  
  Ensure that the time units you are trying to convert between are defined in the system. You can check this in the configuration settings for time management.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on how to maintain time unit conversions properly.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the functionality that was causing the error to ensure that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SE11: Data Dictionary
  SM30: Maintain Table Views
  SPRO: Access to the SAP Reference IMG for configuration settings.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might provide additional insights or solutions related to this error.
  
  
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the T777L table.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message 5A780 and ensure that the conversion factors for time units are correctly maintained in your SAP system.