How To Fix P2552 - Attendance/absence type not valid in selected period

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: P2 - Messages for HR Time Management

• Message number: 552

• Message text: Attendance/absence type not valid in selected period

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message P2552 - Attendance/absence type not valid in selected period ?

  The SAP error message P2552, which states "Attendance/absence type not valid in selected period," typically occurs in the context of time management when trying to record or process attendance or absence data in the SAP system. This error indicates that the attendance or absence type you are trying to use is not valid for the specified time period.
  Causes:
  
  
  Invalid Attendance/Absence Type: The attendance or absence type you are trying to use may not be configured for the selected period. This could be due to the type being inactive or not applicable for the specific date range.
  
  
  Date Range Issues: The selected period may fall outside the validity dates of the attendance/absence type. Each type can have specific start and end dates during which it is valid.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the SAP system regarding the attendance/absence types, such as missing entries in the relevant tables.
  
  
  Employee Group/Status: The employee group or status may not be allowed to use the specified attendance/absence type.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Validity Dates: Verify the validity dates of the attendance/absence type in the configuration. Ensure that the type is active and valid for the period you are trying to use.
  
  
  Review Configuration: Go to the configuration settings in SAP (usually in the SPRO transaction) and check the settings for attendance and absence types. Ensure that the type is correctly configured and linked to the appropriate employee groups.
  
  
  Use Correct Type: If the attendance/absence type is not valid for the selected period, consider using a different type that is valid for that period.
  
  
  Consult with HR/Payroll Team: If you are unsure about the configuration or the types available, consult with your HR or payroll team to ensure that you are using the correct attendance/absence type.
  
  
  Check Employee Master Data: Ensure that the employee's master data is correctly set up and that the employee is assigned to the correct group that has access to the specified attendance/absence type.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) or PA20 (Display HR Master Data) to check employee records and their assigned attendance/absence types.
  
  
  Infotypes: Check relevant infotypes such as Infotype 2001 (Absences) and Infotype 2002 (Attendances) to see if the data is correctly entered.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Look for SAP Notes related to this error message for any patches or updates that may address known issues.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for detailed information on configuring attendance and absence types.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.