How To Fix P2897 - Specified attendance or absence record no longer exists

P2897 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: P2 - Messages for HR Time Management

• Message number: 897

• Message text: Specified attendance or absence record no longer exists

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message P2897 - Specified attendance or absence record no longer exists ?

  The SAP error message P2897, which states "Specified attendance or absence record no longer exists," typically occurs in the context of time management or personnel administration when trying to access or modify a record that has been deleted or is no longer available in the system.
  
  Cause:
  
  Record Deletion: The attendance or absence record you are trying to access has been deleted or archived.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the database, possibly due to a failed update or a data migration issue.
  Incorrect Record Reference: The record number you are trying to reference may be incorrect or may not exist in the current context (e.g., wrong date or employee).
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary permissions to view or modify the record, leading to the perception that it does not exist.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Record Existence: Check if the attendance or absence record exists in the system. You can do this