How To Fix HRTIM00DW117 - Entry contains quotas with different units of measurement

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRTIM00DW - HR: Time Date Transfer

• Message number: 117

• Message text: Entry contains quotas with different units of measurement

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRTIM00DW117 - Entry contains quotas with different units of measurement ?

  The SAP error message HRTIM00DW117 indicates that there is a discrepancy in the units of measurement for quotas in the time management module. This typically occurs when you are trying to process time data (like leave requests, attendance, etc.) that involves different units of measurement for the quotas assigned to an employee.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following issues:
  
  Inconsistent Units: The quotas assigned to an employee (e.g., vacation days, sick leave) are defined in different units (e.g., hours vs. days).
  Configuration Issues: The configuration in the SAP system for time management may not be set up correctly, leading to inconsistencies in how quotas are defined and processed.
  Data Entry Errors: Manual entries or data uploads may have introduced inconsistencies in the units of measurement.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Quota Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for time management in SAP (Transaction code: SPRO).
  Navigate to the section for defining time quotas and ensure that all quotas for the relevant employee are using the same unit of measurement.
  
  
  
  Review Employee Quotas:
  
  Use transaction code PA20 or PA30 to view the employee's master data.
  Check the quotas assigned to the employee and ensure they are consistent in terms of units (e.g., all in hours or all in days).
  
  
  
  Adjust Quota Entries:
  
  If you find discrepancies, you may need to adjust the quota entries. This can be done through the relevant infotype (e.g., Infotype 2006 for Absences).
  Ensure that any adjustments maintain consistency in units of measurement.
  
  
  
  Data Validation:
  
  If the data was uploaded or imported, validate the data source to ensure that it adheres to the required format and units of measurement.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on quota management and configuration.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, perform tests to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the time management processes work as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotypes: Familiarize yourself with relevant infotypes such as Infotype 2006 (Absences) and Infotype 2001 (Absence Quotas).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the appropriate permissions to view and modify quota information.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the HRTIM00DW117 error in SAP.