How To Fix PT_FMLA021 - Errors occurred during simulation of time evaluation

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PT_FMLA - FMLA Messages

• Message number: 021

• Message text: Errors occurred during simulation of time evaluation

What causes this issue?

The system cannot evaluate the employee's time data to determine the
hours worked by the employee.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Run time evaluation for the employee and check the log.
Correct the error that caused time evaluation to terminate.
Create the FMLA request again.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PT_FMLA021 - Errors occurred during simulation of time evaluation ?

  The SAP error message PT_FMLA021 indicates that there were errors during the simulation of time evaluation in the SAP system, specifically related to the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) processing. This error typically arises in the context of time evaluation processes, where the system is unable to process certain time data due to various issues.
  Causes of PT_FMLA021
  
  
  Incorrect Time Data: The time data being evaluated may contain errors, such as invalid time entries, overlapping time periods, or incorrect absence types.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration problems in the time evaluation settings, such as incorrect rules for FMLA leave or absence types that are not properly defined.
  
  
  Master Data Issues: Employee master data may be incomplete or incorrect, including missing infotypes related to time management or absence management.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the time evaluation may not have the necessary authorizations to access certain data or perform the evaluation.
  
  
  System Bugs or Limitations: There may be bugs in the SAP system or limitations in the version being used that affect time evaluation processing.
  
  
  Solutions to PT_FMLA021
  
  
  Check Time Data: Review the time data for the employees involved in the evaluation. Ensure that all time entries are valid and correctly formatted. Look for any overlapping absences or incorrect absence types.
  
  
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings for time evaluation and FMLA processing. Ensure that all necessary rules and absence types are correctly defined in the system.
  
  
  Validate Master Data: Ensure that the employee master data is complete and accurate. Check relevant infotypes (e.g., infotype 2001 for absence, infotype 0001 for personal data) for any missing or incorrect information.
  
  
  Authorization Check: Verify that the user executing the time evaluation has the necessary authorizations. If not, work with your SAP security team to grant the required access.
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or bugs related to the PT_FMLA021 error. Implement any recommended fixes or patches.
  
  
  Run Time Evaluation in Debug Mode: If the issue persists, consider running the time evaluation in debug mode to identify the specific point of failure. This may require assistance from an SAP technical consultant.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance. Provide them with detailed information about the error, including any logs or screenshots.
  
  
  Related Information
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes such as PT60 (Time Evaluation) or PT_ERL (Time Evaluation Log) to analyze the time evaluation process and view logs for errors.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation on time evaluation and FMLA processing for detailed guidance on configuration and troubleshooting.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the underlying issues causing the PT_FMLA021 error in your SAP system.