How To Fix HRITFAU077 - Start date to be working day, when time is entered

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRITFAU - Message class for New Infotype Framework (Australia)

• Message number: 077

• Message text: Start date to be working day, when time is entered

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRITFAU077 - Start date to be working day, when time is entered ?

  The SAP error message HRITFAU077 indicates that the start date for a time entry must be a working day. This error typically occurs in the context of time management within the SAP Human Capital Management (HCM) module, particularly when entering time data for employees.
  Cause:
  The error arises when a user attempts to enter time data (such as attendance or absence) for a date that is not a working day. This could be due to:
  
  The date being a weekend (Saturday or Sunday).
  The date being a public holiday or a non-working day as defined in the system.
  Incorrect configuration of the work schedule or calendar settings in SAP.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the HRITFAU077 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Date: Verify the date you are trying to enter. Ensure that it is a working day according to the employee's work schedule.
  
  
  Review Work Schedule: Check the employee's work schedule in the system to confirm which days are defined as working days. You can do this by:
  
  Navigating to the employee's master data.
  Checking the "Work Schedule" or "Planned Working Time" infotype (IT 0007).
  
  
  
  Adjust Time Entry: If the date is indeed a non-working day, you will need to adjust your time entry to a valid working day.
  
  
  Configuration Check: If you believe the date should be a working day, check the configuration of the work calendar and public holidays in the system. This can be done by:
  
  Accessing the "Work Schedule" configuration in the SAP IMG (Implementation Guide).
  Ensuring that the holiday calendar and work schedule rules are set up correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult with HR or IT: If you are unsure about the configuration or if the issue persists, consult with your HR department or SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like PA20 (Display HR Master Data) or PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) to check employee details.
  Infotypes: Familiarize yourself with relevant infotypes such as IT 0007 (Planned Working Time) and IT 2001 (Absences) for managing time data.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the HRITFAU077 error and successfully enter time data for the employee.