How To Fix SAWE_BO_SA013 - Assignment cannot be deleted: &1/&2/&3. Working time already entered

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SAWE_BO_SA - Message class for BO Staff Assignment

• Message number: 013

• Message text: Assignment cannot be deleted: &1/&2/&3. Working time already entered

What causes this issue?

Working time has already been entered in CATS for assignment object &v1&
, employee &v2&<(>,<)> and activity type &v3&.

System Response

This assignment can no longer be deleted.

How to fix this error?

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

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SAWE_BO_SA013 - Assignment cannot be deleted: &1/&2/&3. Working time already entered ?

  The SAP error message SAWE_BO_SA013 indicates that an assignment (such as a work schedule or a task assignment) cannot be deleted because there are already working times recorded for that assignment. This is a common issue in SAP systems when trying to manage work schedules or employee assignments.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the system has detected existing entries related to working times for the specified assignment. This means that there are time records or attendance data that reference the assignment you are trying to delete. SAP enforces data integrity, so it prevents the deletion of assignments that are still in use.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Working Times: 
  
  Navigate to the relevant transaction (e.g., PA20 for displaying employee data or PA30 for maintaining employee data) and check if there are any working time records associated with the assignment you are trying to delete.
  You can also use transaction codes like PT60 or PT61 to view time data.
  
  
  
  Delete or Modify Working Times:
  
  If you find existing working time records, you will need to either delete or modify these records before you can delete the assignment.
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make these changes.
  
  
  
  Consult with HR or Time Management Team:
  
  If you are unsure about deleting working time records, consult with your HR or time management team to understand the implications of removing these records.
  
  
  
  Use Transaction Codes:
  
  Use transaction codes like PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) or PTMW (Time Management Workbench) to manage and review time data.
  
  
  
  Check for Related Customizations:
  
  If your organization has custom developments or enhancements, check if there are any specific rules or validations that might be affecting the deletion process.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for the error message or related keywords in the SAP Support Portal.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to time management and employee assignments for best practices on managing assignments and working times.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to delete assignments and modify time records.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully delete the assignment if it is appropriate to do so.