How To Fix P5900 - Error & in time difference calculation

P5900 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: P5 - Project Information System: (Modification of LIS; M5)

• Message number: 900

• Message text: Error & in time difference calculation

What causes this issue?

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

System Response

How to fix this error?

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

P5900 - Details

• The SAP error message P5900 typically relates to issues in time difference calculations, often encountered in the context of time management or payroll processing. This error can arise due to various reasons, including incorrect time data entries, configuration issues, or inconsistencies in the time evaluation process.
  Causes of P5900 Error
  
  
  Incorrect Time Data: The error may occur if there are discrepancies in the time data entered for employees, such as overlapping time entries or missing clock-ins/outs.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration in the time management module, such as time types, absence types, or work schedules, can lead to calculation errors.
  
  
  Time Evaluation Settings: If the time evaluation settings are not properly defined, it can result in errors during the calculation of time differences.
  
  
  Data Consistency: Inconsistencies in master data (like employee records) or infotypes can also trigger this error.
  
  
  Time Zone Differences: If employees are working across different time zones, the system may struggle to calculate time