How To Fix FITVPS393 - Two absences of the same type must not directly follow one another

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FITVPS -

• Message number: 393

• Message text: Two absences of the same type must not directly follow one another

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FITVPS393 - Two absences of the same type must not directly follow one another ?

  The SAP error message FITVPS393 indicates that there are two absences of the same type that are directly following one another in the absence management system. This is a validation error that prevents the system from processing the absence records as it violates the rules set for absence management.
  Cause:
  The error typically occurs when an employee has recorded two consecutive absences of the same type (e.g., two sick leaves) without any intervening workdays or different types of absences. This is often due to:
  
  Data Entry Error: The user may have mistakenly entered two consecutive absences of the same type.
  System Configuration: The absence management configuration may not allow for consecutive absences of the same type, which is a common business rule to prevent overlapping or redundant absence entries.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Review Absence Records: Check the absence records for the employee in question. Look for any consecutive entries of the same absence type.
  
  
  Modify Absence Entries: If you find that there are indeed two consecutive absences of the same type, you will need to modify one of the entries. This could involve:
  
  Changing the type of the second absence (if applicable).
  Adding a workday or a different type of absence in between the two entries.
  Deleting or adjusting the dates of one of the absences.
  
  
  
  Consult with HR or Payroll: If you are unsure about how to proceed or if the absence entries are correct, consult with your HR or payroll department for guidance on how to handle the situation according to company policy.
  
  
  Check Configuration Settings: If this error occurs frequently and is not aligned with your business processes, it may be worth reviewing the configuration settings in SAP to see if they need to be adjusted to allow for specific scenarios.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional context or solutions for this error.
  Documentation: Review the SAP documentation related to absence management and the specific absence types configured in your system.
  User Training: Ensure that users entering absence data are trained on the rules and processes to avoid such errors in the future.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FITVPS393 error and ensure that absence records are processed correctly in SAP.