How To Fix HRGB_GBSXP799 - COVID-19 related absence &1 only allowed from March 13th 2020 (T5GPBS33)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRGB_GBSXP - Message for GBSXP

• Message number: 799

• Message text: COVID-19 related absence &1 only allowed from March 13th 2020 (T5GPBS33)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRGB_GBSXP799 - COVID-19 related absence &1 only allowed from March 13th 2020 (T5GPBS33) ?

  The SAP error message HRGB_GBSXP799 indicates that there is a restriction on processing COVID-19 related absences in the system. Specifically, it states that the absence type (represented by &1) is only allowed from March 13, 2020, onward. This error typically arises when an attempt is made to record a COVID-19 related absence for a date prior to this specified date.
  Cause:
  
  Date Restriction: The system has been configured to only allow COVID-19 related absences starting from March 13, 2020. Any attempt to enter an absence for an earlier date will trigger this error.
  Configuration Settings: The absence type may have been set up in the system with specific validity dates, which restricts its use to a certain timeframe.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Absence Date: Ensure that the absence date you are trying to enter is on or after March 13, 2020. If it is earlier, you will need to adjust the date accordingly.
  Review Configuration: If you believe that the absence should be allowed for earlier dates, you may need to review the configuration settings in the SAP system. This may involve:
  
  Accessing the configuration for absence types in the SAP system (transaction code SPRO).
  Checking the validity period for the specific absence type (T5GPBS33) and modifying it if necessary.
  
  
  Consult with HR or SAP Support: If you are unsure about making changes to the configuration or if the absence should indeed be allowed for earlier dates, consult with your HR department or SAP support team for guidance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Absence Types: Familiarize yourself with the different absence types configured in your SAP system and their respective validity periods.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes or updates that may provide additional context or changes related to COVID-19 absence handling.
  Documentation: Review any internal documentation or guidelines provided by your organization regarding the handling of COVID-19 related absences.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and correctly process the COVID-19 related absence in the SAP system.