How To Fix FITVPS197 - Time inconsistency between trip & and absence on & at & o'clock in DA &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FITVPS -

• Message number: 197

• Message text: Time inconsistency between trip & and absence on & at & o'clock in DA &

What causes this issue?

The duty allocation to be processed has parallel business trips that do
not agree with the presences at the duty station in the duty allocation.

System Response

The duty allocation can be saved, but not approved.

How to fix this error?

Correct the general data of the business trip or the presence time span
at the duty station of the duty allocation.
Parallel business trips must be either completely within or outside of
such a presence time frame.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FITVPS197 - Time inconsistency between trip & and absence on & at & o'clock in DA & ?

  The SAP error message FITVPS197 indicates a time inconsistency between a trip and an absence for a specific employee at a given time. This error typically arises in the context of travel management and time management modules within SAP, where the system detects overlapping or conflicting time entries for an employee.
  Cause:
  
  Overlapping Time Entries: The employee has a trip scheduled that overlaps with an absence (e.g., sick leave, vacation) during the same time period.
  Incorrect Time Data: There may be incorrect or incomplete time data entered for either the trip or the absence.
  Configuration Issues: There could be configuration settings in the SAP system that are not aligned with the business rules regarding travel and absence management.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Time Entries: Check the time entries for the employee in question. Ensure that the trip and absence do not overlap. If they do, you may need to adjust one of the entries.
  Correct Data: If there are errors in the time data, correct them. This may involve changing the dates or times of the trip or absence to ensure they do not conflict.
  Consult with HR/Travel Management: If you are unsure about the correct entries, consult with the HR or travel management team to clarify the employee's schedule and ensure compliance with company policies.
  System Configuration: If the issue persists, it may be necessary to review the configuration settings in SAP related to time management and travel management. This may require assistance from an SAP consultant or system administrator.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as PT60 (Time Evaluation) or PR05 (Travel Management) to review and adjust time entries.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or user manuals for specific guidelines on handling time inconsistencies.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the appropriate roles and permissions to make changes to time entries in the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FITVPS197 error and ensure that the time entries for trips and absences are consistent.