How To Fix HRTIM_ABS_REQ081 - Enter a period that is not initial

HRTIM_ABS_REQ081 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRTIM_ABS_REQ - Messages for Leave Request

• Message number: 081

• Message text: Enter a period that is not initial

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRTIM_ABS_REQ081 - Enter a period that is not initial ?

  The SAP error message HRTIM_ABS_REQ081 typically occurs in the context of time management or absence management within the SAP system. This error indicates that a required period (such as a start date or end date) has not been entered or is left blank (initial). 
  
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when a user attempts to perform an action that requires a specific time period to be defined, but the system detects that the period is not specified. This can happen in various scenarios, such as:
  
  When trying to create or modify an absence record.
  When entering time data for employees.
  When generating reports that require a time frame.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should ensure that you enter a valid time period in the relevant fields. Here are the steps you can take:
  
  
  Check Input Fields: Go to the transaction or screen where the error occurred and ensure that all required date fields (like start date and