How To Fix HRPADRUINFOTYPES604 - End time is after the end of the shift

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPADRUINFOTYPES - HR-RU PAD Messages

• Message number: 604

• Message text: End time is after the end of the shift

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPADRUINFOTYPES604 - End time is after the end of the shift ?

  The SAP error message HRPADRUINFOTYPES604 indicates that there is an issue with the time data being entered for an employee's attendance or shift. Specifically, the error states that the end time of a work period or attendance record is set to a time that is after the end of the defined shift. This can occur in various scenarios, such as when entering time data for time management, payroll, or attendance records.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Time Entry: The end time entered for the employee's attendance or work period exceeds the defined end time of the shift.
  Shift Definition Issues: The shift definition in the system may not be set up correctly, leading to discrepancies between the defined shift times and the entered times.
  Time Evaluation Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of time evaluation settings that affect how shifts and times are processed.
  Data Entry Errors: Manual data entry errors can lead to incorrect time entries.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Verify Shift Times: Check the defined shift times in the system to ensure that the end time of the shift is correctly set. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration in the SAP system (e.g., using transaction code PT01 for shift definitions).
  
  
  Correct Time Entries: Review the time entries for the employee and ensure that the end time does not exceed the defined end time of the shift. Adjust the end time accordingly.
  
  
  Check Time Evaluation Settings: If the issue persists, review the time evaluation settings to ensure that they are configured correctly. This may involve checking the schema and rules used for time evaluation.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling time management errors.
  
  
  User Training: Ensure that users entering time data are trained on the correct procedures for entering attendance and shift times to minimize errors.
  
  
  Testing: After making corrections, test the changes in a development or test environment before applying them in production to ensure that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PT01 (Maintain Shift), PT60 (Time Evaluation), and PA20 (Display HR Master Data) for managing time and attendance.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or patches that may address the issue.
  Support: If the problem continues after troubleshooting, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP HR expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the HRPADRUINFOTYPES604 error and ensure that time entries are correctly aligned with shift definitions.