How To Fix CR133 - Day &, shift & is outside of shift sequence &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CR - (1,099) Work Center; (100,200) Capacity

• Message number: 133

• Message text: Day &, shift & is outside of shift sequence &

What causes this issue?

You attempted to extend the shift sequence and entered a shift which is
not defined in the shift sequence.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

How to fix this error?

Enter a shift defined in the shift sequence.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CR133 - Day &, shift & is outside of shift sequence & ?

  The SAP error message CR133 ("Day & Shift & is outside of shift sequence &") typically occurs in the context of SAP's time management or personnel planning modules, particularly when dealing with shift planning and scheduling. This error indicates that the specified day and shift do not align with the defined shift sequence for a particular employee or work center.
  Cause:
  
  Shift Sequence Configuration: The shift sequence defined in the system does not include the specified day and shift combination. This can happen if the shift sequence is incorrectly set up or if the shift is not assigned to the correct days.
  Incorrect Shift Assignment: The employee or work center may not have the correct shift assigned for the specified day, leading to a mismatch.
  Calendar Issues: The work schedule or calendar settings may not be aligned with the shift sequence, causing discrepancies.
  Data Entry Errors: Manual entry errors when assigning shifts or scheduling can lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Shift Sequence Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for shift sequences in SAP (usually found in the SPRO transaction under "Personnel Management" or "Time Management").
  Verify that the shift sequence includes the specified day and shift combination.
  
  
  
  Review Employee Shift Assignments:
  
  Check the employee's shift assignment in the system to ensure that they are assigned to the correct shift for the specified day.
  Use transaction codes like PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) to review and adjust the employee's work schedule.
  
  
  
  Adjust Work Schedule:
  
  If the work schedule is not aligned with the shift sequence, consider adjusting the work schedule or creating a new one that includes the necessary shifts.
  
  
  
  Correct Data Entry:
  
  Review any recent changes made to shift assignments or schedules to identify and correct any data entry errors.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on configuring shift sequences and resolving related errors.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  SPRO: For configuration settings.
  PA30: For maintaining HR master data.
  PT60: For time evaluation.
  
  
  
  Shift Planning: Understanding the basics of shift planning in SAP can help in troubleshooting and configuring the system correctly.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  
  
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to make changes to shift assignments and configurations.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the CR133 error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.