How To Fix HRPADCASTD020 - Please define the day type for related absences

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 020

• Message text: Please define the day type for related absences

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPADCASTD020 - Please define the day type for related absences ?

  The SAP error message HRPADCASTD020, which states "Please define the day type for related absences," typically occurs in the context of absence management within the SAP Human Capital Management (HCM) module. This error indicates that the system is unable to process an absence record because the day type associated with the absence has not been defined.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Day Type Configuration: The day type for the absence type being processed has not been defined in the system. Day types are used to categorize different types of days (e.g., working days, holidays, sick leave) and are essential for calculating absence quotas and payroll.
  Incorrect Absence Type: The absence type being used may not have a corresponding day type assigned in the configuration.
  Custom Absence Types: If custom absence types have been created, they may not have been properly configured with a day type.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to define the day type for the related absences in the SAP system. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen.
  Navigate to the following path: SPRO -> SAP Reference IMG -> Personnel Management -> Time Management -> Absences -> Define Absence Types.
  
  
  
  Define Day Types:
  
  In the absence type configuration, check the absence type that is causing the error.
  Ensure that a day type is assigned to the absence type. If it is missing, you will need to assign a valid day type.
  
  
  
  Check Day Type Configuration:
  
  Navigate to SPRO -> SAP Reference IMG -> Personnel Management -> Time Management -> Define Day Types.
  Ensure that the day types you need are defined and correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the absence entry again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Transport Changes: If you are working in a development environment, ensure that the changes are transported to the production environment.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on configuring absence types and day types.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes in the configuration.
  Consulting with HR Team: It may be beneficial to consult with your HR team or SAP HCM consultant to ensure that the absence types and day types align with your organization's policies.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the HRPADCASTD020 error and ensure that the absence types are correctly configured in your SAP system.