How To Fix /SHCM/EMPLOYEE_CAL002 - Commit for Employee Calendar Failed for Employee &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SHCM/EMPLOYEE_CAL -

• Message number: 002

• Message text: Commit for Employee Calendar Failed for Employee &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SHCM/EMPLOYEE_CAL002 - Commit for Employee Calendar Failed for Employee & ?

  The SAP error message /SHCM/EMPLOYEE_CAL002 Commit for Employee Calendar Failed for Employee & typically occurs in the context of the Employee Calendar functionality within the SAP Human Capital Management (HCM) module. This error indicates that there was a failure during the commit process for an employee's calendar data.
  Possible Causes:
  
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies or missing data in the employee's calendar records that prevent the commit from being successful.
  Authorization Issues: The user attempting to perform the commit may not have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the employee calendar.
  Database Locking: The database might be locked due to another transaction, preventing the commit from being executed.
  Technical Issues: There could be underlying technical issues, such as problems with the database connection or system performance issues.
  Custom Code or Enhancements: If there are custom developments or enhancements in the system, they might interfere with the standard commit process.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Data Integrity: Review the employee calendar data for any inconsistencies or missing information. Ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly.
  Review Authorizations: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the commit operation. This can be done by checking the user's roles and authorizations in the SAP system.
  Check for Locks: Use transaction codes like SM12 to check for any locks on the database that might be preventing the commit. If locks are found, they may need to be released.
  Analyze Logs: Check the application logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or details that can provide more context about the failure.
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider debugging the process to identify where the failure occurs. This may require technical expertise.
  Consult SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error message or provide patches or updates.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue cannot be resolved internally, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data), PA20 (Display HR Master Data), and SM37 (Job Monitoring) to help diagnose the issue.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to Employee Calendar functionality for any specific requirements or configurations that may be relevant.
  User Forums: Check SAP community forums or user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.