How To Fix FTOE_CORE206 - Time pattern &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FTOE_CORE -

• Message number: 206

• Message text: Time pattern &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FTOE_CORE206 - Time pattern &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message FTOE_CORE206 with the description "Time pattern &1 does not exist" typically occurs in the context of time management or time evaluation processes within SAP systems, particularly in modules related to Human Capital Management (HCM) or Time Management.
  Cause:
  The error indicates that the system is trying to reference a time pattern (identified by the placeholder &1) that has not been defined or does not exist in the system. Time patterns are used to define how time data is processed, including work schedules, breaks, and other time-related configurations.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Time Pattern Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for time management in SAP. This can typically be found in the following path:
  
  SPRO > IMG > Time Management > Work Schedules > Define Time Patterns
  
  
  Verify if the time pattern that is causing the error (replace &1 with the actual time pattern code) is defined in the system.
  
  
  
  Create or Modify Time Pattern:
  
  If the time pattern does not exist, you will need to create it. Ensure that you define all necessary attributes for the time pattern.
  If it exists but is not configured correctly, you may need to modify it to meet your requirements.
  
  
  
  Check User Assignments:
  
  Ensure that the relevant personnel or organizational units are assigned the correct time patterns. This can be checked in the employee master data or organizational management settings.
  
  
  
  Transport Requests:
  
  If the time pattern was recently created or modified in a development environment, ensure that it has been transported to the production environment correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for additional context on time patterns and their configurations.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, perform a test to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that time evaluations or related processes work as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) or PT60 (Time Evaluation) to check employee records and time evaluations.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the FTOE_CORE206 error message in your SAP system.