How To Fix HRTIM00BLPRETRO019 - Entry date for person &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRTIM00BLPRETRO - TMW: Retroactive Accounting Control

• Message number: 019

• Message text: Entry date for person &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRTIM00BLPRETRO019 - Entry date for person &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message HRTIM00BLPRETRO019 indicates that there is an issue with the entry date for a specific person (identified by &1) in the time management module. This error typically arises when the system cannot find a valid entry date for the employee in the relevant time management data.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Data: The employee may not have any time management data (e.g., absence records, attendance records) for the specified date.
  Incorrect Date Range: The date being referenced may fall outside the range of valid entries for the employee.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the employee's time management data, such as missing infotypes or incorrect configurations.
  Personnel Actions: The employee may have undergone a personnel action (like hiring, termination, etc.) that affects their time management records.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Employee Data: Verify that the employee has valid time management records for the specified date. You can do this by checking the relevant infotypes (e.g., IT2001 for Absences, IT2002 for Attendances).
  Review Date Range: Ensure that the date you are trying to access is within the valid range of the employee's records. If the date is outside this range, you may need to adjust your query or data entry.
  Correct Data Entry: If there are missing records, you may need to enter the necessary time management data for the employee.
  Personnel Actions: Check if there have been any recent personnel actions that might affect the employee's time management data. If so, ensure that the actions have been processed correctly.
  Consult with HR: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consult with your HR department or SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotypes: Familiarize yourself with the relevant infotypes related to time management, such as IT0000 (Actions), IT0001 (Organizational Assignment), IT2001 (Absences), and IT2002 (Attendances).
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like PA20 (Display HR Master Data) or PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) to view and edit employee records.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for relevant notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.