How To Fix HRPADCASTD010 - Begin date of absence was shifted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPADCASTD - Messages for HR-CA / HR-US: Short / long term disability

• Message number: 010

• Message text: Begin date of absence was shifted

What causes this issue?

Begindate of absence was shifted.
The user entered a begin and end time. In table T5KS1 of
the viewcluster VC_T5KS1 the
user can define a minimum number of hours of an absence
day (field 'Definition of a working day'). Is the number
of hours between begin and end time bigger than the
number of hours from table T5KS1, it is not counted as
an absence day and the begin date is shifted.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPADCASTD010 - Begin date of absence was shifted ?

  The SAP error message HRPADCASTD010, which states "Begin date of absence was shifted," typically occurs in the context of managing employee absences in the SAP Human Capital Management (HCM) module. This error indicates that the start date of an absence record has been adjusted or shifted, which can lead to inconsistencies or conflicts with existing data.
  Cause:
  
  Date Overlap: The absence start date may overlap with another absence or event that is already recorded in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the absence management module that are causing the system to automatically adjust the dates.
  Data Entry Errors: Manual entry errors when inputting absence records can lead to incorrect dates being set.
  Time Evaluation Settings: If time evaluation is configured incorrectly, it may lead to shifts in absence dates.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check for Overlapping Absences: Review the employee's absence records to ensure that there are no overlapping absences. If there are, you may need to adjust the dates accordingly.
  Review Configuration Settings: Check the configuration settings in the SAP HCM module related to absence management. Ensure that the settings align with your organization's policies and that they do not inadvertently cause date shifts.
  Correct Data Entry: If the error is due to incorrect data entry, correct the absence record by entering the appropriate start date.
  Consult Time Evaluation Settings: If time evaluation is being used, review the settings to ensure they are configured correctly. You may need to consult with a technical expert or SAP consultant if you are unsure.
  Use Transaction Codes: Utilize relevant transaction codes (e.g., PA30 for maintaining HR master data) to review and correct the absence records.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common problems.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for the HCM module to understand how absence management works and the implications of date shifts.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP user forums or communities where other users may have encountered similar issues and can provide insights or solutions.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to involve your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP HCM for further investigation.