How To Fix HRIE_GEN006 - Error; Attendance and Absence Type (&1/&2/&3) not found (T554S)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRIE_GEN - Generic Messages for all utility classes

• Message number: 006

• Message text: Error; Attendance and Absence Type (&1/&2/&3) not found (T554S)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRIE_GEN006 - Error; Attendance and Absence Type (&1/&2/&3) not found (T554S) ?

  The SAP error message HRIE_GEN006 indicates that the Attendance and Absence Type specified in the error message (represented by placeholders &1, &2, and &3) cannot be found in the system. This error typically arises in the context of Human Resources (HR) modules, particularly when dealing with employee time management, attendance, or absence records.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The specified Attendance and Absence Type may not be configured in the system. This could happen if the type was never created or if it was deleted or deactivated.
  Incorrect Input: The error may occur if there is a typo or incorrect entry in the attendance or absence type field when processing time data.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or use the specified attendance or absence type.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was transported from another system (e.g., from development to production), it may not have been included in the transport request.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SPRO and navigate to the relevant configuration path for Attendance and Absence Types (usually under "Time Management" or "Personnel Management").
  Verify if the Attendance and Absence Type exists in the configuration table T554S. If it does not exist, you may need to create it.
  
  
  
  Correct Input:
  
  Review the input data for any typos or incorrect entries. Ensure that the Attendance and Absence Type is correctly specified in the relevant infotype (e.g., IT2001 for Absences).
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and use the specified Attendance and Absence Type. This can be checked in the user roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the configuration was recently transported, check the transport logs to ensure that the Attendance and Absence Type was included in the transport request. If it was not, you may need to transport it again.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on configuring Attendance and Absence Types.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SPRO: Customizing Implementation Guide
  PA30: Maintain HR Master Data
  PA20: Display HR Master Data
  PT60: Time Evaluation
  
  
  Tables:
  
  T554S: Attendance and Absence Types
  T554T: Texts for Attendance and Absence Types
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to Attendance and Absence Types.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP Community forums for further assistance.