How To Fix FITVPS245 - Also enter the absence for the first day of the next duty alloc. period

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FITVPS -

• Message number: 245

• Message text: Also enter the absence for the first day of the next duty alloc. period

What causes this issue?

You have entered an absence on the last day of the duty allocation
period.

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?

Since absences need to be entered for each individual calendar day and
the current duty allocation period ends before 24:00, also enter the
same absence for the remaining day of absence on the first day of the
next duty allocation period.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FITVPS245 - Also enter the absence for the first day of the next duty alloc. period ?

  The SAP error message FITVPS245 typically relates to issues with absence management in the SAP system, particularly when dealing with employee time management and attendance records. This error often occurs when the system requires an absence entry for the first day of the next duty allocation period, but it is either missing or incorrectly configured.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Absence Entry: The system expects an absence entry for the first day of the next duty allocation period, but it has not been entered.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the absence management settings that prevent the system from recognizing the absence correctly.
  Date Misalignment: The dates for the duty allocation period may not align with the absence records, leading to discrepancies.
  User Permissions: The user may not have the necessary permissions to enter or modify absence records.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Enter Absence for the Required Date:
  
  Navigate to the absence management module in SAP.
  Locate the employee's record and check the duty allocation period.
  Enter the absence for the first day of the next duty allocation period as required.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration Settings:
  
  Review the configuration settings for absence types and ensure they are set up correctly.
  Ensure that the absence types are valid for the employee's role and the duty allocation period.
  
  
  
  Verify Dates:
  
  Confirm that the dates for the duty allocation period are correct and that they match the absence records.
  Adjust any discrepancies in the dates if necessary.
  
  
  
  User Permissions:
  
  Ensure that the user attempting to enter the absence has the appropriate permissions to do so.
  If necessary, consult with your SAP administrator to adjust user roles and permissions.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling absence entries and related error messages.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Modules: This error is typically encountered in the SAP Human Capital Management (HCM) module, specifically within the Time Management sub-module.
  Transaction Codes: Common transaction codes related to absence management include PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) and PT50 (Time Evaluation).
  Support: If the issue persists after attempting the above solutions, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FITVPS245 error and successfully enter the required absence for the employee.