How To Fix HRTIM_ABS_REQ137 - Error in the BAdI method

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRTIM_ABS_REQ - Messages for Leave Request

• Message number: 137

• Message text: Error in the BAdI method

What causes this issue?

The BAdI method <ZK>GET_MULTIPLE_APPROVERS: Get Multiple Approvers</>
contains one of the following errors:
The parameter <ZK>EV_NO_IMPLEMENTATION_FLAG</> is set to False and the
parameter <ZK>EV_APPROVER_LEVEL</> is 0.
The parameter <ZK>EV_NO_IMPLEMENTATION_FLAG</> is set to False. The
parameter <ZK>EV_APPROVER_LEVEL</> is N (N <(><<)>> 0), and the number
of rows for the internal table <ZK>ET_APPROVERS</> is M (M <(><<)>> N; M
<(><<)>> 0).
The export parameter EV_APPROVER_LEVEL exceeds the maximum number of 10
approval steps: An error message is displayed on the user interface.

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?

Contact your system administrator.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRTIM_ABS_REQ137 - Error in the BAdI method ?

  The SAP error message HRTIM_ABS_REQ137 typically indicates an issue with a Business Add-In (BAdI) method related to absence management in the SAP Human Capital Management (HCM) module. This error can occur during the processing of absence requests, and it usually points to a problem in the implementation of the BAdI or the data being processed.
  Cause
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Incorrect Implementation: The BAdI method may not be implemented correctly, leading to runtime errors when the system tries to execute it.
  Data Issues: There may be inconsistencies or missing data in the absence request that the BAdI is trying to process.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to execute the BAdI method.
  Configuration Errors: There could be configuration issues in the absence management settings that affect how the BAdI operates.
  
  Solution
  To resolve the HRTIM_ABS_REQ137 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check BAdI Implementation:
  
  Go to transaction code SE19 (BAdI Implementation) and check the implementation of the BAdI related to absence management.
  Ensure that the method is implemented correctly and that all required parameters are being handled properly.
  
  
  
  Review Data:
  
  Verify the data being processed when the error occurs. Check for any missing or incorrect information in the absence request.
  Ensure that the employee's data, absence type, and other related information are complete and valid.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If you have access to debugging tools, you can set breakpoints in the BAdI method to identify where the error occurs.
  Analyze the stack trace and any error messages that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user executing the absence request has the necessary authorizations to perform the action.
  Review the authorization objects related to absence management.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP notes and documentation related to the specific BAdI and absence management to see if there are known issues or additional configuration steps required.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. Provide them with detailed information about the error, including any relevant logs or screenshots.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  BAdI Documentation: Familiarize yourself with the specific BAdI documentation in the SAP Help Portal to understand its purpose and expected behavior.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues with the BAdI or provide patches and updates.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the HRTIM_ABS_REQ137 error in your SAP system.