How To Fix HRPADZ_RPCDPNT1026 - Number of worked hours and shift must be filled or empty

HRPADZ_RPCDPNT1026 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPADZ_RPCDPNT1 - Message for RPCDPNT1

• Message number: 026

• Message text: Number of worked hours and shift must be filled or empty

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HRPADZ_RPCDPNT1026 - Details

• The SAP error message HRPADZ_RPCDPNT1026, which states "Number of worked hours and shift must be filled or empty," typically occurs in the context of time management or payroll processing within the SAP HR module. This error indicates that there is a conflict in the data entry for worked hours and shift assignments in a time evaluation or payroll run.
  
  Cause:
  The error arises when both the "Number of worked hours" and "Shift" fields are populated simultaneously, which is not allowed. The system expects either one of these fields to be filled while the other remains empty. This is often due to:
  
  Data Entry Error: An employee's time data has been incorrectly entered, leading to both fields being filled.
  
  Configuration Issues: The system configuration may not align with the business rules regarding time entry.
  Integration Issues: If data is being imported from another system or module, it may not be formatted correctly.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you