How To Fix HRTIM00BLPIT2011012 - Time event type &1 cannot be used for manual entry

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRTIM00BLPIT2011 - Messages for Infotype 2011

• Message number: 012

• Message text: Time event type &1 cannot be used for manual entry

System Response

You cannot use this transaction to record time event type &V1&.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRTIM00BLPIT2011012 - Time event type &1 cannot be used for manual entry ?

  The SAP error message HRTIM00BLPIT2011012 indicates that a specific time event type (denoted as &1) cannot be used for manual entry in the time management module. This error typically arises in the context of time recording or time evaluation processes within SAP HR (Human Resources).
  Cause:
  The error can occur due to several reasons, including:
  
  
  Configuration Issues: The time event type may not be configured to allow manual entries. This could be due to settings in the time management configuration (e.g., in the Time Management module settings).
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to enter time events of that specific type.
  
  
  Event Type Restrictions: Certain time event types are designated for automatic processing only and are not intended for manual entry.
  
  
  Incorrect Time Type: The time event type being used may not be compatible with the employee's time recording profile or the specific payroll area.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP configuration settings for Time Management (Transaction code: SPRO).
  Navigate to the relevant settings for time event types and ensure that the event type in question is configured to allow manual entries.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Check the user roles and authorizations to ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to enter the specific time event type.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the SAP documentation or help files related to time event types to understand the intended use of the specific event type and any restrictions that may apply.
  
  
  
  Use Alternative Event Types:
  
  If the event type cannot be used for manual entry, consider using an alternative event type that is allowed for manual input.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, especially if this is a critical issue affecting payroll or time management processes.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data), PT60 (Time Evaluation), and PT50 (Time Sheet).
  Documentation: Review SAP Help Portal for detailed information on Time Management and specific event types.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups for insights and shared experiences regarding similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a suitable solution.