How To Fix HRTIM00COLL002 - Collision with another time infotype: Cannot use the 'Create' function

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRTIM00COLL - Messages on Collision of Time Infotypes

• Message number: 002

• Message text: Collision with another time infotype: Cannot use the 'Create' function

What causes this issue?

The time infotype that you have just enter collides with an existing
time infotype. Reaction "A" from the Time Constraint Reactions table is
reserved for delimitation.

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRTIM00COLL002 - Collision with another time infotype: Cannot use the 'Create' function ?

  The SAP error message HRTIM00COLL002 indicates that there is a collision with another time infotype when trying to create a new record. This typically occurs when there are overlapping time periods for different infotypes related to time management, such as infotype 2001 (Absences), infotype 2002 (Attendances), or infotype 2003 (Substitutions).
  Cause:
  The error is caused by an attempt to create a new time record that overlaps with an existing record in another time infotype. For example, if you are trying to create an absence record for a date range that overlaps with an existing attendance record, SAP will prevent this action to maintain data integrity.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Records: Review the existing time records for the employee in question. You can do this by navigating to the relevant infotypes (e.g., 2001, 2002) and checking for any overlapping dates.
  
  
  Adjust Dates: If you find overlapping records, you may need to adjust the dates of the new record you are trying to create or modify the existing records to eliminate the overlap.
  
  
  Use the Correct Infotype: Ensure that you are using the correct infotype for the type of time entry you are trying to create. For example, if you are trying to record an absence, make sure you are using infotype 2001.
  
  
  Consult with HR or SAP Support: If you are unsure about how to proceed or if the issue persists, consult with your HR department or SAP support team for further assistance. They may have specific guidelines or tools to help resolve the issue.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotypes: Familiarize yourself with the relevant infotypes in SAP Time Management, such as:
  
  Infotype 2001: Absences
  Infotype 2002: Attendances
  Infotype 2003: Substitutions
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like PA20 (Display HR Master Data) or PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) to view and manage infotype 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 collision and take appropriate action to resolve the error.