How To Fix HRPAYDESV510 - Error determining the start of absence time &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYDESV - Error Messages Germany Payroll, Social Insurance

• Message number: 510

• Message text: Error determining the start of absence time &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYDESV510 - Error determining the start of absence time &1 ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYDESV510, which states "Error determining the start of absence time &1," typically occurs in the context of payroll processing or absence management in the SAP Human Capital Management (HCM) module. This error indicates that the system is unable to determine the start time of an absence for an employee, which can disrupt payroll calculations or reporting.
  Causes:
  
  Missing or Incorrect Absence Data: The absence record may not have been properly created or may be missing essential information, such as the start date or time.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the absence types or absence management settings that prevent the system from correctly interpreting the absence data.
  Time Evaluation Issues: If time evaluation has not been run correctly or if there are errors in the time evaluation process, it can lead to issues in determining absence times.
  Employee Master Data Issues: Incomplete or incorrect employee master data can also lead to this error, especially if the employee's absence types or entitlements are not set up correctly.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or process certain absence records.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Absence Records: Review the absence records for the employee in question to ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly, including the start date and time.
  Run Time Evaluation: Ensure that the time evaluation process has been executed successfully. If there are errors in time evaluation, resolve them and re-run the evaluation.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings for absence types and ensure that they are set up correctly in the system. This includes checking the absence type settings in the customizing (SPRO) transaction.
  Verify Employee Master Data: Ensure that the employee's master data is complete and accurate, particularly in relation to absence entitlements and types.
  Check Authorizations: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and process the absence records.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as PA20 (Display HR Master Data), PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data), or PT60 (Time Evaluation) to investigate and resolve the issue.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to absence management and payroll processing for further insights into how absence times are determined.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant who specializes in SAP HCM for further assistance.