How To Fix PE546 - Delete attendance first

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PE - Shift Planning: Messages

• Message number: 546

• Message text: Delete attendance first

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PE546 - Delete attendance first ?

  The SAP error message PE546 "Delete attendance first" typically occurs in the context of time management and personnel administration within the SAP Human Capital Management (HCM) module. This error indicates that there is an attempt to delete or modify a record (such as a leave request or absence) that is associated with existing attendance records. 
  Cause:
  The error arises when:
  
  You are trying to delete or change an absence record (like a leave request) that has related attendance records.
  The system enforces data integrity rules that prevent the deletion of an absence if there are corresponding attendance entries that depend on it.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the PE546 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify Related Attendance Records:
  
  Check the attendance records associated with the absence you are trying to delete. You can do this by navigating to the relevant infotype (e.g., Infotype 2001 for Absences) and reviewing the entries.
  
  
  
  Delete Attendance Records:
  
  If you find attendance records that are linked to the absence, you will need to delete those attendance records first. This can typically be done in the same infotype or through the time management module.
  
  
  
  Delete or Modify Absence:
  
  Once all related attendance records have been deleted, you can then proceed to delete or modify the absence record without encountering the PE546 error.
  
  
  
  Check for Other Dependencies:
  
  Ensure that there are no other dependencies or related records that might be causing the issue. This may include checking for any time evaluation results or other infotypes that might be linked.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation or Support:
  
  If you are unsure about the process or if the issue persists, consult SAP documentation or reach out to your SAP support team for assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotypes: Familiarize yourself with relevant infotypes such as:
  
  Infotype 2001 (Absences)
  Infotype 2002 (Attendances)
  
  
  Time Management: Understanding the time management module in SAP HCM can help you navigate and manage attendance and absence records effectively.
  Data Integrity: SAP enforces data integrity rules to ensure that the relationships between attendance and absence records are maintained, which is crucial for accurate payroll and reporting.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the PE546 error and manage your attendance and absence records effectively in SAP.