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How To Fix HRTIM00REC004 - Attendance/absence type &1 requires minimum of &2 payroll days


SAP Error Message - Details

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: HRTIM00REC - HR Messages: Time Recording

  • Message number: 004

  • Message text: Attendance/absence type &1 requires minimum of &2 payroll days

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  • What causes this issue?

    A lower limit of &V2& payroll days has been set in Customizing for the
    attendance or absence type &V1& you have entered.

    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?

    Extend the attendance or absence, or choose another attendance or
    absence type.

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRTIM00REC004 - Attendance/absence type &1 requires minimum of &2 payroll days ?

    The SAP error message HRTIM00REC004 indicates that there is an issue with the attendance or absence type specified in the payroll processing. Specifically, it means that the attendance/absence type requires a minimum number of payroll days, which is not being met in the current configuration or data entry.

    Cause:

    1. Insufficient Payroll Days: The attendance or absence type you are trying to process requires a minimum number of payroll days, but the current data does not meet this requirement.
    2. Configuration Issues: The configuration for the attendance/absence type may not be set up correctly in the system.
    3. Data Entry Errors: There may be errors in the data entry for the employee's attendance or absence records.
    4. Incorrect Time Evaluation: The time evaluation process may not have been executed correctly, leading to discrepancies in the payroll days.

    Solution:

    1. Check Attendance/Absence Type Configuration:

      • Go to the configuration settings for the attendance/absence type in SAP (usually found in the IMG under Time Management).
      • Verify the minimum payroll days requirement for the specific type and ensure it aligns with your business rules.
    2. Review Employee Records:

      • Check the employee's attendance and absence records to ensure that they have the required number of payroll days.
      • Make sure that the records are correctly entered and that there are no missing entries.
    3. Adjust Payroll Days:

      • If the employee does not meet the minimum payroll days, you may need to adjust their attendance or absence records to ensure compliance with the requirement.
    4. Run Time Evaluation:

      • Ensure that the time evaluation has been run correctly for the relevant period. This can help in recalculating the payroll days and resolving discrepancies.
    5. Consult Documentation:

      • Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on the attendance/absence type and its requirements.
    6. Contact SAP Support:

      • If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.

    Related Information:

    • Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) or PT60 (Time Evaluation) to check and adjust records.
    • Time Management: Familiarize yourself with the Time Management module in SAP, as it contains various configurations related to attendance and absence types.
    • Payroll Processing: Understanding the payroll processing cycle in SAP can help in identifying where the issue may be occurring.

    By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.

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