How To Fix HRGB_GBSXP218 - SMP Error; Between &1 and &2, no QW date (IT0088)

HRGB_GBSXP218 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRGB_GBSXP - Message for GBSXP

• Message number: 218

• Message text: SMP Error; Between &1 and &2, no QW date (IT0088)

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HRGB_GBSXP218 - Details

• The SAP error message HRGB_GBSXP218, which indicates "SMP Error; Between &1 and &2, no QW date (IT0088)," typically relates to issues with the absence management module in SAP HR (Human Resources). This error occurs when the system cannot find a valid Quota Work (QW) date for the specified period in the Infotype 0088 (Absence Quotas).
  
  Cause:
  
  
  Missing Quota Data: The error suggests that there are no valid quota records for the employee in the specified date range. This could be due to:
  
  Quota records not being created or maintained.
  Quota records being deleted or expired.
  Incorrect date ranges being specified in the absence request.
  
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the absence management settings that prevent the system from recognizing valid quota records.
  
  
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect data entry when creating or maintaining absence records or quotas.
  
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Quota Records:
  
  Navigate to the employee's Infotype 0088 (Absence Quotas) and verify if there are valid quota records for