How To Fix 5ORA017 - Different calendar days for various absences types

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5ORA - Messages for Country Version for Austria

• Message number: 017

• Message text: Different calendar days for various absences types

What causes this issue?

This error occurs if different quotas with different absence types are
used for the negotiated leave. The different absence types are generally
counted differently which means negotiated leave has different lengths
for different absence types. In this case, the length of the negotiated
leave in calendar days cannot be determined for the payment in lieu of
unused leave.

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?

Manually calculate the calendar days for the remaining leave and, if
necessary, correct the default value in infotype 0527.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5ORA017 - Different calendar days for various absences types ?

  The SAP error message "5ORA017 Different calendar days for various absence types" typically occurs in the context of absence management within the SAP system, particularly when dealing with employee absences and leave requests. This error indicates that there is a discrepancy in the calendar days associated with different absence types for a specific employee or period.
  Cause:
  
  
  Different Absence Types: The error arises when the system detects that the calendar days calculated for different absence types do not match. For example, if an employee has taken sick leave and vacation leave in the same period, and the system finds that the number of calendar days for these absence types is inconsistent, it triggers this error.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the absence types or the way they are set up in the system. This can include incorrect settings in the absence type configuration or in the employee's absence quota.
  
  
  Data Entry Errors: Manual data entry errors when recording absences can also lead to this issue. If the absence types are not entered correctly or if there are overlaps in the absence periods, it can cause discrepancies.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Review Absence Records: Check the absence records for the employee in question. Ensure that the absence types and their corresponding dates are correctly entered and do not overlap in a way that would cause discrepancies.
  
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings for the absence types in the SAP system. Ensure that the calendar days are set up correctly and that there are no conflicting settings.
  
  
  Adjust Absence Types: If necessary, adjust the absence types or the periods for which they are recorded. Ensure that the calendar days align for the different absence types.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling absence types and resolving discrepancies.
  
  
  Testing: After making adjustments, test the absence entry again to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP user forums or communities where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if it involves complex configurations or system behavior.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.