How To Fix PE581 - Times of shift & deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PE - Shift Planning: Messages

• Message number: 581

• Message text: Times of shift & deleted

What causes this issue?

Shift &V1& has been defined as time substitution up to now. You want to
change this definition by assigning it to an absence, attendance or an
availability.

System Response

The system sets the times already recorded back to the initial value.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PE581 - Times of shift & deleted ?

  The SAP error message PE581 ("Times of shift & deleted") typically occurs in the context of time management and shift planning within the SAP system. This error indicates that there is an issue with the shift times that have been defined in the system, particularly that the times for a specific shift have been deleted or are no longer valid.
  Cause:
  
  Deleted Shift Times: The most common cause of this error is that the shift times that were previously defined have been deleted or are no longer available in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a configuration issue in the shift planning settings or in the time management module.
  Data Inconsistency: There could be inconsistencies in the data related to employee shifts, such as missing or incorrect entries in the relevant tables.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or modify the shift times.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Shift Definitions: Go to the shift definitions in the SAP system (transaction code: PT01 or PT02) and verify if the shift times are still defined. If they have been deleted, you will need to recreate them.
  Review Configuration: Ensure that the configuration for shift planning and time management is correctly set up. This may involve checking the relevant customizing settings in the SPRO transaction.
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks on the time management data to identify any discrepancies. You can use transaction codes like PT60 or PT61 to analyze time data.
  User Authorizations: Verify that the user encountering the error has the necessary authorizations to access and modify shift times. This may involve checking roles and permissions in the user profile.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling this error, as it may provide additional insights or troubleshooting steps.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PT01 (Create Shift), PT02 (Change Shift), and PT60 (Time Evaluation).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide patches or updates that address known issues.
  Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the PE581 error and implement a solution to resolve it.