How To Fix 5E221 - A return to work cannot be reported if the leave has not been reported.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5E - Error messages for Spanish infotypes module pools

• Message number: 221

• Message text: A return to work cannot be reported if the leave has not been reported.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5E221 - A return to work cannot be reported if the leave has not been reported. ?

  The SAP error message 5E221 indicates that a return to work cannot be processed because the corresponding leave of absence has not been reported in the system. This error typically occurs in the context of employee absence management within SAP HR (Human Resources) modules.
  Cause:
  
  
  Leave Not Reported: The primary cause of this error is that the employee's leave of absence has not been recorded in the system. This could be due to:
  
  The leave request was not submitted or approved.
  The leave was not entered into the system by HR or the employee.
  There may be a delay in processing the leave request.
  
  
  
  Incorrect Data Entry: There may be issues with how the leave data was entered, such as incorrect dates or absence types.
  
  
  System Configuration: There could be configuration issues in the SAP system that prevent the proper recording of leave and return to work actions.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Leave Records:
  
  Verify if the leave of absence has been properly recorded in the system. Check the employee's absence records to ensure that the leave was entered correctly.
  
  
  
  Enter Leave of Absence:
  
  If the leave has not been reported, you will need to enter the leave of absence in the system. This can typically be done through the SAP HR module by creating an absence record for the employee.
  
  
  
  Approval Process:
  
  Ensure that any leave requests submitted by the employee have been approved. If they are pending approval, follow up with the relevant personnel to expedite the process.
  
  
  
  Correct Data Entry:
  
  If there are discrepancies in the leave data (e.g., incorrect dates), correct them in the system before attempting to report the return to work.
  
  
  
  Consult HR or IT Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consult your HR department or IT support team for assistance. They may need to check system configurations or provide additional troubleshooting.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA20 (Display HR Master Data), PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data), and others related to absence management.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or user manuals for specific instructions on managing employee absences and returns to work.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the appropriate permissions to enter or modify absence records in the SAP system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the error message 5E221 and successfully report the return to work for the employee.