How To Fix HRPAYDESVBEA059 - DBFZ: Absence type is invalid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYDESVBEA - BEA Error Notifications

• Message number: 059

• Message text: DBFZ: Absence type is invalid

What causes this issue?

Only the following values are permitted for the absence type:
,,01,,Sick pay/per diem benefit/RHC sick pay/trans. pay/injury pay
,,02,,Sick/injury pay in case of care for a sick child
,,03,,Maternity protection (Sect. 3 Para. 2, 6 Para. 1 MuschG)
,,04,,Pension sickness benefit
,,05,,Unpaid nursing care leave (Sect. 2 or 3 Para. 1 PflegeZG)
,,06,,Parental leave
,,07,,Pension Due to Reduction in Earning Capacity
,,08,,Military Service/Suit. Exercise/Civil Service/Milit. Ex.
,,09,,Unpaid leave
,,10,,Other paid absences
,,11,,Discontinued sick pay
,,12,,Release from work due to bankruptcy

System Response

The notification is created with the status <ZK>With Errors</>.

How to fix this error?

Check the type of absence.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYDESVBEA059 - DBFZ: Absence type is invalid ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYDESVBEA059 DBFZ: Absence type is invalid typically occurs in the context of the SAP Human Capital Management (HCM) module, particularly when dealing with payroll processing or absence management. This error indicates that the absence type being referenced is not recognized or is not valid in the current context.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Absence Type: The absence type code entered may not exist in the system or may have been incorrectly configured.
  Configuration Issues: The absence type may not be properly set up in the system, or it may not be assigned to the relevant employee group or payroll area.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be typographical errors in the absence type code entered during data entry.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access or use the specified absence type.
  System Updates: Changes in the system configuration or updates may have rendered the absence type invalid.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Absence Type: Check the absence type code being used. Ensure that it is correctly entered and exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration settings in SAP.
  Check Configuration: Go to the configuration settings for absence types in the SAP HCM module. Ensure that the absence type is properly defined and assigned to the relevant employee groups and payroll areas.
  Review Data Entry: Double-check the data entry for any typographical errors. Ensure that the absence type is entered correctly in the relevant forms or transactions.
  User Authorization: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and use the absence type. This may involve checking user roles and permissions in the system.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on configuring absence types and resolving related issues.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP HCM expert for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) or PT50 (Time Evaluation) to check employee absence records and configurations.
  Configuration Path: The configuration for absence types can typically be found under SPRO > Personnel Management > Time Management > Absences > Define Absence Types.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide patches related to absence types.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.