How To Fix HRPBSUS247 - Please input the absence quota type of the recipient.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPBSUS - Message Class For Public Sector(USA)

• Message number: 247

• Message text: Please input the absence quota type of the recipient.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPBSUS247 - Please input the absence quota type of the recipient. ?

  The SAP error message HRPBSUS247, which states "Please input the absence quota type of the recipient," typically occurs in the context of absence management within the SAP Human Capital Management (HCM) module. This error indicates that the system requires a specific absence quota type to be defined for the employee or recipient in question, but it has not been provided.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Quota Type: The absence quota type for the employee has not been specified in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of absence types or quotas in the system.
  Data Entry Error: The user may have overlooked entering the required quota type when processing an absence request or related transaction.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Input Absence Quota Type:
  
  Navigate to the relevant transaction where the error occurred (e.g., absence recording, leave request).
  Ensure that you input the absence quota type for the recipient. This is usually a dropdown or selection field where you can choose the appropriate quota type (e.g., sick leave, vacation, etc.).
  
  
  
  Check Employee Master Data:
  
  Go to the employee's master data (using transaction PA20 or PA30).
  Verify that the absence quota types are correctly assigned to the employee. If not, you may need to update the employee's data.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  If you have access to configuration settings, check the configuration for absence types and quotas in the SAP system (transaction SPRO).
  Ensure that the absence types are correctly defined and linked to the appropriate quota types.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help files for specific guidance on absence management and quota types.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP HCM for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Absence Quota Types: These are predefined categories in SAP that determine how much leave an employee is entitled to (e.g., annual leave, sick leave).
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA20 (Display HR Master Data), PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data), and PT50 (Absence Quota Overview).
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to view and edit absence quota types in the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the HRPBSUS247 error and successfully input the required absence quota type for the recipient.