How To Fix TE226 - Shift rule supplied does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TE - Market Risk Management

• Message number: 226

• Message text: Shift rule supplied does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TE226 - Shift rule supplied does not exist ?

  The SAP error message TE226 ("Shift rule supplied does not exist") typically occurs in the context of time management or personnel administration when the system is unable to find a specified shift rule in the configuration. This can happen during various processes, such as time evaluation, payroll processing, or when trying to assign shifts to employees.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Shift Rule: The specified shift rule does not exist in the system. This could be due to a typo in the shift rule code or the shift rule not being created in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The shift rule may not be properly configured or activated in the relevant infotypes or settings.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system, the shift rules may not have been transferred correctly.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the shift rules.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Shift Rule Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP (Transaction code: SPRO).
  Navigate to the relevant area for time management or personnel administration.
  Verify that the shift rule exists and is correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Create or Modify Shift Rule:
  
  If the shift rule does not exist, create a new shift rule using the appropriate transaction (e.g., PT01 for creating shift plans).
  Ensure that the shift rule is correctly defined with all necessary parameters.
  
  
  
  Correct Data Entry:
  
  Check the data entry where the error occurred. Ensure that the shift rule code is entered correctly without any typos.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and use the shift rules.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on configuring shift rules.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the process again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PT01 (Shift Planning), PT60 (Time Evaluation), and others related to time management.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the TE226 error message in SAP.