How To Fix HRPSGB_ABS174 - Collision with &1 from &2 to &3 &4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPSGB_ABS -

• Message number: 174

• Message text: Collision with &1 from &2 to &3 &4

What causes this issue?

The entered data record has a time overlap with a data record that has
already been created.

System Response

Your data record overlaps with a data record of type &V1&, which is
valid from &V2& to &V3& &V4& . According to system Customizing, data
records are permitted to have time overlaps. Your data record has there
fore been accepted by the system.

How to fix this error?

Check the dates you have entered for the data record. If in doubt,
contact your time administrator to deal with any issues.

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 HRPSGB_ABS174 - Collision with &1 from &2 to &3 &4 ?

  The SAP error message HRPSGB_ABS174 typically relates to a collision in the absence management system, specifically when there are overlapping absence records for an employee. This error occurs when an attempt is made to enter an absence that conflicts with an existing absence record.
  Cause:
  The error message indicates that there is a conflict with an existing absence record for the specified employee. The parameters &1, &2, &3, and &4 in the error message usually represent:
  
  &1: The type of absence (e.g., vacation, sick leave).
  &2: The start date of the existing absence.
  &3: The end date of the existing absence.
  &4: Additional information or context related to the absence.
  
  This collision can occur due to:
  
  Overlapping absence periods.
  Incorrect data entry when trying to record a new absence.
  System errors or misconfigurations in the absence management module.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the HRPSGB_ABS174 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Absences: Review the employee's absence records to identify any overlapping entries. You can do this by navigating to the absence management section in SAP and checking the employee's absence history.
  
  
  Adjust Dates: If you find that the new absence overlaps with an existing one, you may need to adjust the start and/or end dates of the new absence to ensure there are no conflicts.
  
  
  Delete or Modify Existing Absences: If the existing absence is no longer valid or needs to be changed, you can delete or modify it to resolve the conflict.
  
  
  Consult with HR: If you are unsure about which absence to modify or delete, consult with your HR department or the person responsible for managing employee absences.
  
  
  Check Configuration: If this error occurs frequently, it may be worth checking the configuration settings in the SAP system to ensure that absence types and rules are set up correctly.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like PA20 (Display HR Master Data) or PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) to view and manage employee absence records.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on absence management and error handling.
  Support: If the issue persists or if you encounter additional errors, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for specific fixes related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the HRPSGB_ABS174 error and manage employee absences effectively.