How To Fix HRTIM00REC017 - Attendance/absence type &1 cannot have an indefinite end

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRTIM00REC - HR Messages: Time Recording

• Message number: 017

• Message text: Attendance/absence type &1 cannot have an indefinite end

What causes this issue?

You have not specified an end date for the selected attendance or
absence type. This entry is not allowed for the attendance or absence
type &1.

System Response

The system rejects the entry so that unusually long attendances or
absences of this type cannot be recorded inadvertently in the system.

How to fix this error?

Enter an end date or choose another attendance or absence type.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRTIM00REC017 - Attendance/absence type &1 cannot have an indefinite end ?

  The SAP error message HRTIM00REC017 indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of attendance or absence types in the SAP Time Management module. Specifically, it means that the attendance or absence type you are trying to use has been defined with an indefinite end date, which is not allowed in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Indefinite End Date: The attendance/absence type is configured to allow an indefinite end date, which is not permissible in the context of certain time management processes.
  Configuration Error: There may be a misconfiguration in the absence/attendance type settings in the SAP system.
  Data Entry Error: The user may have inadvertently entered an absence or attendance record with an indefinite end date.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the attendance/absence type in the SAP system (Transaction code: SPRO).
  Navigate to Time Management > Attendance/Absence Types and check the settings for the specific type indicated by &1 in the error message.
  Ensure that the end date is set correctly and does not allow for indefinite entries.
  
  
  
  Modify Attendance/Absence Record:
  
  If the error occurs during data entry, review the specific attendance or absence record that is causing the error.
  Ensure that the end date is specified and is not left blank or set to an indefinite value.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources related to Time Management and attendance/absence types for further guidance on proper configuration.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the attendance/absence type to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  User Training:
  
  If the issue is due to user error, consider providing training or guidelines to users on how to correctly enter attendance and absence records.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) and PT50 (Time Evaluation) for managing attendance and absence records.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional insights into configuration best practices.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking configurations and data entries, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By addressing the configuration and ensuring proper data entry, you should be able to resolve the HRTIM00REC017 error effectively.