How To Fix HRTIM_ABS_REQ136 - Approver does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRTIM_ABS_REQ - Messages for Leave Request

• Message number: 136

• Message text: Approver does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRTIM_ABS_REQ136 - Approver does not exist ?

  The SAP error message HRTIM_ABS_REQ136: Approver does not exist typically occurs in the context of absence management or time management within the SAP system. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a valid approver for a leave request or absence record.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Approver Assignment: The user who is trying to submit an absence request does not have an approver assigned in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration for the approval workflow may not be set up correctly, leading to the system being unable to identify the approver.
  User Data Issues: The user data for the employee or the approver may be incomplete or incorrect, such as missing organizational assignments or roles.
  Role and Authorization Issues: The approver may not have the necessary roles or authorizations to approve absence requests.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Approver Assignment:
  
  Navigate to the employee's master data in SAP (Transaction code: PA20 or PA30).
  Verify that the approver is correctly assigned in the organizational structure.
  Ensure that the approver is active and has the necessary authorizations.
  
  
  
  Review Workflow Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration of the absence approval workflow in the SAP system (Transaction code: SPRO).
  Ensure that the workflow is correctly set up to route absence requests to the appropriate approver.
  
  
  
  Update User Data:
  
  Ensure that all relevant user data is complete and accurate, including organizational assignments, job roles, and reporting structures.
  If necessary, update the user data for both the employee and the approver.
  
  
  
  Check Roles and Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the approver has the necessary roles and authorizations to approve absence requests.
  If the approver is missing roles, assign the appropriate roles to them.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the absence request process again to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes related to absence management and approval workflows for any known issues or patches.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on configuring absence management and workflows.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message HRTIM_ABS_REQ136 and ensure that absence requests can be processed correctly.