How To Fix P2004 - Overtime is not permitted for daily work schedule & &

P2004 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: P2 - Messages for HR Time Management

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Overtime is not permitted for daily work schedule & &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message P2004 - Overtime is not permitted for daily work schedule & & ?

  The SAP error message P2004, which states "Overtime is not permitted for daily work schedule," typically occurs in the context of time management and payroll processing within the SAP system. This error indicates that the employee's work schedule does not allow for overtime hours to be recorded or processed.
  
  Cause:
  
  Work Schedule Configuration: The employee's daily work schedule may be configured in such a way that it does not permit overtime. This could be due to specific settings in the work schedule rules or the employee's personnel area.
  Time Management Settings: The time management settings for the employee may restrict the recording of overtime. This could be due to collective agreements, company policies, or specific configurations in the SAP system.
  Employee Group/Type: The employee's group or type may be set up in a way that does not allow for overtime. For example, certain employee types may be classified as part-time or temporary, which may