How To Fix HRPAYDESV659 - Weekly and daily working hours cannot be filled

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 659

• Message text: Weekly and daily working hours cannot be filled

What causes this issue?

If the type of lost time is not working hours, you cannot fill the
weekly working time or daily working time fields.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Delete your entries from the weekly working time and daily working time
fields or select working hours as the type of lost time.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYDESV659 - Weekly and daily working hours cannot be filled ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYDESV659, which states "Weekly and daily working hours cannot be filled," typically occurs in the context of payroll processing or employee time management within the SAP HR module. This error indicates that there is an issue with the configuration or data entry related to the working hours of an employee.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Configuration: The employee's working time model may not be properly configured in the system.
  Incorrect Infotype Data: The relevant infotypes (such as Infotype 0001 - Organizational Assignment, Infotype 0007 - Planned Working Time, or Infotype 0008 - Basic Pay) may not have the necessary data filled in.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data entered for the employee, such as overlapping time records or incorrect time management settings.
  Time Management Settings: The time management settings in the system may not allow for the entry of weekly or daily working hours due to specific rules or constraints.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Infotype Data: Review the relevant infotypes for the employee to ensure that the working hours are correctly defined. Pay particular attention to:
  
  Infotype 0001 (Organizational Assignment)
  Infotype 0007 (Planned Working Time)
  Infotype 0008 (Basic Pay)
  
  
  
  Review Time Management Configuration: Ensure that the time management configuration is set up correctly in the system. This includes checking the working time models and ensuring they are assigned to the employee correctly.
  
  
  Correct Data Entry: If there are any inconsistencies or errors in the data entry, correct them. Make sure that the working hours are filled in accordance with the company's policies and the employee's contract.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on how to configure working hours and resolve related issues.
  
  
  Check for Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to make changes to the employee's working time data.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotypes: Familiarize yourself with the relevant infotypes in SAP HR that pertain to employee time management and payroll.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide additional insights or patches that could resolve the issue.
  Training and Documentation: Ensure that HR personnel are trained on the proper procedures for entering and managing employee working hours in SAP.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.