How To Fix 5D252 - Either enter the hours from the work schedule rule or enter them directly

5D252 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5D - Error Messages for German Infotype Module Pools

• Message number: 252

• Message text: Either enter the hours from the work schedule rule or enter them directly

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5D252 - Either enter the hours from the work schedule rule or enter them directly ?

  The SAP error message 5D252 typically occurs in the context of time management, particularly when dealing with work schedules and time recording. This error indicates that the system requires you to either enter the hours based on the work schedule rule or input them directly, but not both.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Work Schedule Rule: The system may not have a valid work schedule rule assigned to the employee or the specific time entry.
  Incorrect Time Entry: The user may be trying to enter hours that do not align with the defined work schedule.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the work schedule rules or the time management settings in SAP.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Work Schedule Assignment:
  
  Ensure that the employee has a valid work schedule assigned in their master data (e.g., infotype 0007 - Planned Working Time).
  Verify that the work schedule rule is correctly defined and active.
  
  
  
  Enter Hours Correctly:
  
  If you are entering hours manually, ensure