How To Fix HRSFEC_TIM053 - Buffer error. Processing of time data for PERNR &1 failed.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRSFEC_TIM - Messages for time data replication processing

• Message number: 053

• Message text: Buffer error. Processing of time data for PERNR &1 failed.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRSFEC_TIM053 - Buffer error. Processing of time data for PERNR &1 failed. ?

  The SAP error message HRSFEC_TIM053 indicates a buffer error that occurred during the processing of time data for a specific personnel number (PERNR). This error typically arises in the context of time management in SAP, particularly when dealing with time evaluation or time data processing.
  Causes:
  
  Buffer Overflow: The error may occur if the buffer used for processing time data exceeds its capacity, which can happen if there is a large volume of time data for the specified personnel number.
  Data Inconsistencies: Inconsistent or corrupted time data entries for the employee can lead to processing failures.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration in the time management module or related settings can also trigger this error.
  System Performance: If the system is under heavy load or if there are performance issues, it may not be able to process the time data efficiently.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Time Data: Review the time data entries for the specified personnel number to ensure there are no inconsistencies or errors. Look for duplicate entries or incorrect time records.
  Increase Buffer Size: If the buffer size is configurable, consider increasing it to accommodate larger volumes of time data.
  Run Time Evaluation: If applicable, run the time evaluation process again to see if the error persists. Sometimes, reprocessing can resolve temporary issues.
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings in the time management module to ensure they are set up correctly. This includes checking the time types, schemas, and rules.
  System Performance: Monitor system performance and check for any bottlenecks. If the system is under heavy load, consider scheduling time processing during off-peak hours.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes or patches that may address this specific error. There may be known issues or fixes available.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like PT60 (Time Evaluation) or PT_ER (Time Evaluation Results) to analyze time data and evaluate the processing results.
  Logs and Traces: Check the application logs (transaction SLG1) for more detailed error messages or traces that can provide additional context about the error.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community or forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to involve your SAP Basis or technical team for further investigation and resolution.