How To Fix HRPAYIT_ABSENCES018 - The number of hours per week is not mentioned in infotype 7

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYIT_ABSENCES - Message class for absence evaluation Italy.

• Message number: 018

• Message text: The number of hours per week is not mentioned in infotype 7

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYIT_ABSENCES018 - The number of hours per week is not mentioned in infotype 7 ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYIT_ABSENCES018 indicates that there is an issue with the absence infotype (IT 7) for an employee, specifically that the number of hours per week is not specified. This infotype is crucial for managing employee absences, and the absence calculation often relies on the number of hours an employee is expected to work per week.
  Cause:
  The error typically arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Data: The employee's infotype 7 (Basic Working Time) does not have the "Number of Hours per Week" field filled out.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a configuration issue in the system that prevents the correct data from being displayed or saved.
  Data Entry Error: The data might not have been entered correctly during the employee's record setup or during a recent update.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Infotype 7:
  
  Go to the employee's master data in SAP (Transaction code PA30).
  Select infotype 7 (Basic Working Time).
  Ensure that the "Number of Hours per Week" field is filled in correctly. If it is blank, enter the appropriate number of hours.
  
  
  
  Review Employee's Work Schedule:
  
  Check if the employee has a valid work schedule assigned that corresponds to the hours they are supposed to work.
  If necessary, update the work schedule in infotype 1 (Organizational Assignment) or infotype 7.
  
  
  
  Validate Configuration:
  
  If you have the necessary permissions, check the configuration settings for absence types and ensure that they are set up to reference the correct working time information.
  Consult with your HR or SAP configuration team if you suspect a configuration issue.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the absence entry again to ensure that the error no longer appears.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotype 7 (Basic Working Time): This infotype is used to define the basic working time for an employee, including the number of hours they are expected to work per week.
  Absence Management: Proper configuration and data entry in infotype 7 are critical for accurate absence management and payroll processing.
  SAP HR Module: Understanding the broader context of how infotypes interact within the SAP HR module can help in troubleshooting similar issues in the future.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP documentation for further troubleshooting.