How To Fix HRTIM00BLPIT2003000 - Substitution type &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRTIM00BLPIT2003 - Infotype 2003

• Message number: 000

• Message text: Substitution type &1 does not exist

What causes this issue?

No entry was found in table T556 with the substitution type <(>&<)>v1&
and modifier <(>&<)>v2&.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Add an applicable entry in table T556.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRTIM00BLPIT2003000 - Substitution type &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message HRTIM00BLPIT2003000 with the description "Substitution type &1 does not exist" typically occurs in the context of time management or personnel administration when the system is trying to process a substitution type that has not been defined in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The substitution type referenced by the error message (indicated by &1) has not been configured in the system. This could be due to a missing entry in the relevant customizing tables.
  Incorrect Input: The substitution type may have been incorrectly entered in the transaction or program that is being executed.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was recently transported from another system, it may not have been included or may have failed during the transport process.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the relevant customizing transaction (usually in the SPRO transaction) and navigate to the area where substitution types are defined.
  Ensure that the substitution type in question is defined correctly. You can check the configuration under Time Management > Substitutions > Define Substitution Types.
  
  
  
  Correct Input:
  
  Verify the input where the substitution type is being referenced. Ensure that the correct substitution type is being used and that there are no typographical errors.
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs to ensure that all necessary objects were transported correctly. If something is missing, you may need to re-transport the configuration.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to substitution types for any additional guidance or updates that may be relevant to your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SM30 (to maintain table entries) or SPRO (to access the customizing menu) to check or modify the configuration.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to HRTIM00BLPIT2003000 for any specific patches or updates that may address this issue.
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for detailed information on time management and substitution types.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution.