How To Fix HRTIM_ABS_REQ054 - Internal error: There is more than one current request for an infotype

HRTIM_ABS_REQ054 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRTIM_ABS_REQ - Messages for Leave Request

• Message number: 054

• Message text: Internal error: There is more than one current request for an infotype

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRTIM_ABS_REQ054 - Internal error: There is more than one current request for an infotype ?

  The SAP error message HRTIM_ABS_REQ054 indicates that there is an internal error related to the handling of infotypes in the SAP system, specifically when there is more than one current request for an infotype. This typically occurs in the context of time management or absence management when the system detects conflicting or overlapping entries for an employee's infotype data.
  
  Cause:
  
  
  Multiple Entries: The most common cause of this error is that there are multiple active records for the same infotype for a specific employee. For example, if an employee has overlapping absence records or multiple records for the same time management infotype (like absence types, leave requests, etc.), the system cannot process the request correctly.
  
  
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as incorrect date ranges or statuses that lead to the system interpreting that there are multiple current requests.
  
  
  Custom Development: If there are custom programs or enhancements that manipulate