How To Fix 5M182 - No entries for leave account: automatic leave account switched off

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5M - Error Messages for Denmark

• Message number: 182

• Message text: No entries for leave account: automatic leave account switched off

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5M182 - No entries for leave account: automatic leave account switched off ?

  The SAP error message 5M182 indicates that there are no entries for the leave account because the automatic leave account feature is switched off. This error typically occurs in the context of leave management within the SAP system, particularly when trying to process leave requests or check leave balances.
  Cause:
  
  Automatic Leave Account Disabled: The primary cause of this error is that the automatic leave account feature is not enabled for the employee or the specific leave type. This means that the system is not set up to automatically create or manage leave balances for the employee.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the SAP system related to leave management, such as missing settings for leave types or employee groups.
  Employee Master Data: The employee's master data may not be correctly set up to allow for leave accounting, or the employee may not be assigned to the correct leave account type.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Enable Automatic Leave Account:
  
  Check the configuration settings in the SAP system to ensure that the automatic leave account feature is enabled for the relevant leave types and employee groups.
  This can typically be done in the SAP configuration under the Leave Management settings.
  
  
  
  Review Employee Master Data:
  
  Verify the employee's master data to ensure that they are assigned to the correct leave account type and that all necessary information is filled out.
  Check the infotype 2006 (Absences) and infotype 2001 (Leave Entitlement) to ensure that the employee has the necessary leave entitlements.
  
  
  
  Check Leave Type Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the leave type being used is correctly configured in the system. This includes checking the settings for accruals, validity periods, and any specific rules that may apply to that leave type.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) to check employee data or SPRO (SAP Reference IMG) to access configuration settings.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed guidance on configuring leave management and understanding leave accounts.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message 5M182 and ensure that the leave accounting is functioning correctly in your SAP system.