How To Fix 5N268 - Sickness is shorter than the PW days; IT does not yet need to be created

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5N - HR NL: Error Messages for Infotype Module Pools (NL)

• Message number: 268

• Message text: Sickness is shorter than the PW days; IT does not yet need to be created

What causes this issue?

The minimum number of days of illness after which an Eligibility for
Permanent Invalidity Benefit (Restrictions) Act infotype must be applied
(the <ZK>Eligibility for Permanent Invalidity Benefit (Restrictions) Act
days</>) is not reached. This number is set with the aid of the
<ZK>Eligibility for Permanent Invalidity Benefit (Restrictions) Act plan
</> attribute (<ZH>NLWPA</>).

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?

You can set the minimum number of Permanent Invalidity Benefit
(Restrictions) Act days here: <DS:SIMG.OHANWP0700>Determine the
Eligibility for Permanent Invalidity Benefit (Restrictions) Act plan</>

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5N268 - Sickness is shorter than the PW days; IT does not yet need to be created ?

  The SAP error message 5N268 indicates that there is a discrepancy between the duration of a sickness absence and the planned working days (PW days) in the system. Specifically, it means that the sickness absence recorded is shorter than the planned working days, and as a result, the system does not require an IT (Infotype) record to be created for that absence.
  Cause:
  
  Sickness Duration: The duration of the sickness absence entered is shorter than the planned working days for the employee.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that dictate how absences are processed, which could lead to this error if not set up correctly.
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect data entry when recording the sickness absence could lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Sickness Duration: Check the duration of the sickness absence entered. Ensure that it accurately reflects the employee's actual sickness period.
  Check Planned Working Days: Verify the planned working days for the employee during the period of absence. If the planned working days are incorrect, they may need to be adjusted.
  Adjust Absence Type: If the absence is indeed shorter than the planned working days, consider whether it should be recorded differently or if the absence type needs to be changed.
  Consult with HR: If you are unsure about the correct procedure or if the issue persists, consult with your HR department or SAP support team for further assistance.
  System Configuration: If you have access to system configuration, check the settings related to absence management to ensure they are set up correctly.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotypes: In SAP, Infotypes are used to store employee data. For absences, Infotype 2001 (Absences) is typically used.
  Absence Management: Understanding how absence management works in SAP can help in troubleshooting similar issues in the future.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes or the SAP Support Portal for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message 5N268 and ensure that the sickness absence is recorded correctly in the SAP system.