How To Fix HRTIM_ABS_REQ142 - Do not downgrade a message of type "E" or "A".

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRTIM_ABS_REQ - Messages for Leave Request

• Message number: 142

• Message text: Do not downgrade a message of type "E" or "A".

What causes this issue?

You are replacing a message of type E (error) or A (abort) with a
message of type S (message on next screen), I (information), or W
(warning). We strongly advise against downgrading messages of this type.
This can lead to subsequent errors, short dumps, and database
inconsistencies.

System Response

You receive a warning message.

How to fix this error?

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

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_REQ142 - Do not downgrade a message of type "E" or "A". ?

  The SAP error message HRTIM_ABS_REQ142 indicates that there is an attempt to downgrade a message of type "E" (Error) or "A" (Abend/Abort) in the context of time management or absence management. This typically occurs when the system is trying to process a request that has encountered a critical error, and the system is preventing the downgrade of the message severity.
  Cause:
  
  Critical Errors: The error message is triggered when there is an attempt to change the status of a critical error message to a less severe status (like warning or information).
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the time management module or absence management settings that are causing the error.
  Data Integrity Issues: There could be issues with the data being processed, such as missing or incorrect entries in the absence records or time management data.
  Custom Code: If there are custom developments or enhancements in the system, they might be improperly handling error messages.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Error Logs: Check the detailed error logs to identify the root cause of the error. This can provide insights into what specific data or configuration is causing the issue.
  Data Validation: Ensure that all required data for the absence or time management records is complete and correct. Validate employee records, absence types, and any related configurations.
  Configuration Check: Review the configuration settings in the time management and absence management modules to ensure they are set up correctly.
  Custom Code Review: If there are any custom developments, review the code to ensure that it is not attempting to downgrade error messages improperly.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message. There may be patches or updates that resolve known issues.
  Consult SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Message Types: In SAP, messages can have different severity levels, such as:
  
  E: Error - Indicates a serious issue that prevents processing.
  W: Warning - Indicates a potential issue but allows processing to continue.
  I: Information - Provides informational messages without affecting processing.
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for time management and absence management, such as PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) and PT60 (Time Evaluation).
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to time management and absence management for best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the underlying issue causing the HRTIM_ABS_REQ142 error message.