How To Fix HRPADRUINFOTYPES606 - In the period & - &, absence & already exists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPADRUINFOTYPES - HR-RU PAD Messages

• Message number: 606

• Message text: In the period & - &, absence & already exists

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPADRUINFOTYPES606 - In the period & - &, absence & already exists ?

  The SAP error message HRPADRUINFOTYPES606 typically occurs in the context of the Human Resources (HR) module, specifically when dealing with absence management. This error indicates that there is an attempt to create or modify an absence record for an employee, but an overlapping absence record already exists for the specified period.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when:
  
  An attempt is made to enter a new absence record for an employee during a time period that overlaps with an existing absence record.
  The system checks for existing records and finds that the new absence period conflicts with an already recorded absence.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Absences: Review the existing absence records for the employee in question. You can do this by navigating to the relevant infotype (e.g., Infotype 2001 for Absences) and checking the records for the specified period.
  
  
  Adjust the New Absence: If the new absence period overlaps with an existing one, you may need to adjust the start and/or end dates of the new absence to ensure there is no conflict.
  
  
  Delete or Modify Existing Absence: If the existing absence is no longer valid or needs to be changed, you can either delete it or modify it to resolve the conflict.
  
  
  Consult with HR: If you are unsure about which absence records are valid or how to proceed, consult with your HR department or the person responsible for managing employee records.
  
  
  Check Configuration: In some cases, the configuration of absence types and their settings may need to be reviewed to ensure that they are set up correctly and do not allow overlapping entries.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotypes: Familiarize yourself with the relevant infotypes related to absences, such as Infotype 2001 (Absences) and Infotype 2002 (Leave Entitlement).
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like PA20 (Display HR Master Data) or PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) to view and manage employee absence records.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more detailed information on managing absences and understanding infotype configurations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the HRPADRUINFOTYPES606 error and manage employee absences effectively.