How To Fix HRPSGB_ME057 - Employees &1 and &2 have different overlapping OxP absences (&3 - &4)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPSGB_ME - Multiple Employment Errors & Warnings

• Message number: 057

• Message text: Employees &1 and &2 have different overlapping OxP absences (&3 - &4)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPSGB_ME057 - Employees &1 and &2 have different overlapping OxP absences (&3 - &4) ?

  The SAP error message HRPSGB_ME057 indicates that there are overlapping absence records for two employees in the system. Specifically, it means that the two employees (identified by &1 and &2) have overlapping absence periods (from &3 to &4) that are causing a conflict in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Overlapping Absences: The primary cause of this error is that both employees have recorded absences that overlap in time. For example, if Employee A is absent from January 1 to January 10 and Employee B is absent from January 5 to January 15, this would trigger the error because their absence periods overlap.
  Incorrect Data Entry: There may be a mistake in the data entry of absence records, leading to unintentional overlaps.
  Configuration Issues: There could be issues with the configuration of absence types or rules in the SAP system that do not allow for overlapping absences.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Absence Records: Check the absence records for both employees to identify the overlapping periods. You can do this by navigating to the relevant infotype (e.g., IT2001 for Absences) and reviewing the entries.
  Adjust Absence Dates: If the overlapping absences are not intended, adjust the absence dates for one or both employees to eliminate the overlap.
  Consult with HR: If the absences are legitimate and should overlap (e.g., shared leave), consult with your HR department to determine the appropriate course of action.
  System Configuration: If the issue is due to system configuration, work with your SAP HR consultant or system administrator to review and adjust the configuration settings related to absence management.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotypes: Familiarize yourself with the relevant infotypes in SAP HR, particularly IT2001 (Absences) and IT2002 (Attendances), as these will be crucial for managing employee absences.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on managing absences and understanding error messages.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide guidance on handling overlapping absences.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the HRPSGB_ME057 error and ensure that employee absence records are accurately maintained in the SAP system.