How To Fix HRTR_REC_WIZ018 - The number of dinners is greater than the number of days in the trip

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRTR_REC_WIZ - Function Group HRTR_REC_WIZ

• Message number: 018

• Message text: The number of dinners is greater than the number of days in the trip

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRTR_REC_WIZ018 - The number of dinners is greater than the number of days in the trip ?

  The SAP error message HRTR_REC_WIZ018 indicates that there is a discrepancy in the travel data entered in the system, specifically regarding the number of dinners recorded for a trip. The error occurs when the number of dinners exceeds the number of days of the trip, which is not logically possible.
  Cause:
  
  Data Entry Error: The user may have mistakenly entered a higher number of dinners than the total number of days of the trip.
  System Configuration: There may be issues with how the system is configured to handle travel data, leading to incorrect calculations or validations.
  Trip Duration Misunderstanding: The user may not have correctly understood the trip duration or the meal entitlement rules.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Trip Details: Check the trip details to ensure that the number of days is correctly entered. Verify the start and end dates of the trip.
  Adjust Dinner Count: Modify the number of dinners to ensure it does not exceed the number of days of the trip. For example, if the trip is for 3 days, the maximum number of dinners should be 3.
  Consult Travel Policy: Review the company’s travel policy to understand the meal entitlement rules and ensure compliance.
  Re-enter Data: If the data appears correct but the error persists, try re-entering the trip details to refresh the data in the system.
  Contact Support: If the issue cannot be resolved through the above steps, contact your SAP support team or system administrator for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP HR Module: This error is related to the SAP Human Resources (HR) module, specifically in the area of travel management.
  Travel Management Configuration: Ensure that the travel management settings in SAP are correctly configured to reflect the company’s travel policies.
  User Training: Providing training to users on how to correctly enter travel data can help prevent such errors in the future.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on travel management and error handling.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the HRTR_REC_WIZ018 error and ensure accurate travel data entry in SAP.