How To Fix HRTIM00EXTERN029 - Planned working time intervals may not overlap

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRTIM00EXTERN - HR Messages: External Interface to Time Management

• Message number: 029

• Message text: Planned working time intervals may not overlap

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRTIM00EXTERN029 - Planned working time intervals may not overlap ?

  The SAP error message HRTIM00EXTERN029 indicates that there is an issue with the planned working time intervals for an employee in the time management module. Specifically, it means that the planned working time intervals for the employee overlap, which is not allowed in the system.
  Cause:
  The error typically arises from one of the following scenarios:
  
  Overlapping Time Intervals: Two or more planned working time intervals for the same employee overlap in terms of start and end times.
  Incorrect Time Management Configuration: There may be issues with how the time management settings are configured in the system.
  Data Entry Errors: Manual entry errors when inputting planned working times can lead to overlaps.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Planned Working Times:
  
  Navigate to the employee's time management records.
  Review the planned working time intervals to identify any overlaps.
  Adjust the intervals so that they do not overlap. Ensure that each interval has a distinct start and end time.
  
  
  
  Use Time Evaluation:
  
  If you are using time evaluation, run the time evaluation process to check for any inconsistencies in the time data.
  Correct any issues that are flagged during the evaluation.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  If the issue persists, review the configuration settings in the time management module to ensure that they are set up correctly.
  Consult with your SAP HR configuration team if necessary.
  
  
  
  Data Validation:
  
  Implement validation checks during data entry to prevent overlapping intervals in the future.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on managing planned working times and resolving related errors.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) or PT60 (Time Evaluation) to access and manage employee time data.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the appropriate permissions to make changes to planned working times.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the HRTIM00EXTERN029 error message in SAP.