How To Fix HRITFDECI202 - Absence/attendance type &1 already exists on &2 - saving not possible

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRITFDECI - Infotypes: Construction Sector

• Message number: 202

• Message text: Absence/attendance type &1 already exists on &2 - saving not possible

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRITFDECI202 - Absence/attendance type &1 already exists on &2 - saving not possible ?

  The SAP error message HRITFDECI202 indicates that there is a conflict with the absence or attendance type you are trying to create or modify. Specifically, it means that the absence/attendance type you are attempting to save already exists for the specified employee or time period.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Entry: The absence or attendance type you are trying to enter already exists for the employee on the specified date or time period.
  Incorrect Data Entry: There may have been a mistake in entering the absence/attendance type or the date, leading to a perceived duplicate.
  System Configuration: The system may have specific configurations or rules that prevent the same absence type from being recorded multiple times for the same period.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Existing Entries: Review the existing absence/attendance records for the employee in question. Ensure that the absence type you are trying to enter does not already exist for the specified date.
  Modify Existing Record: If the absence type already exists, consider modifying the existing record instead of creating a new one.
  Change Dates: If you need to enter a new absence type, ensure that the dates do not overlap with existing entries.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to your organization's SAP documentation or guidelines for handling absence and attendance types to ensure compliance with the system's requirements.
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or system administrator for assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) or PT50 (Time Evaluation) to manage absence and attendance records.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the appropriate permissions to create or modify absence/attendance records in the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.