How To Fix THM_CENTRAL206 - Enter a time schedule for the assessment calculation

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: THM_CENTRAL - Central messages for E-HA

• Message number: 206

• Message text: Enter a time schedule for the assessment calculation

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message THM_CENTRAL206 - Enter a time schedule for the assessment calculation ?

  The SAP error message THM_CENTRAL206 indicates that a time schedule for the assessment calculation has not been entered. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP's Time Management or Human Capital Management modules, where assessments or evaluations are scheduled based on specific time frames.
  Cause:
  The error arises when:
  
  A user attempts to execute an assessment calculation without defining a time schedule.
  The configuration for the assessment process is incomplete or missing necessary parameters.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to enter a time schedule for the assessment calculation. Here are the steps you can follow:
  
  
  Access the Assessment Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the relevant configuration area in SAP where assessments are defined. This is usually found under the Time Management or Human Capital Management modules.
  
  
  
  Define a Time Schedule:
  
  Look for options related to "Time Schedules" or "Assessment Schedules."
  Create a new time schedule or modify an existing one to include the necessary parameters (e.g., start date, end date, frequency).
  
  
  
  Assign the Time Schedule:
  
  Ensure that the newly created or modified time schedule is assigned to the relevant assessment calculation process.
  
  
  
  Save Changes:
  
  After entering the time schedule, save your changes and exit the configuration.
  
  
  
  Retry the Assessment Calculation:
  
  Go back to the assessment calculation process and try executing it again. The error should no longer appear if the time schedule has been correctly defined and assigned.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed instructions on configuring time schedules and assessments.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes (e.g., PA30 for employee data, PT60 for time evaluation) that may be involved in the assessment process.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to make changes to assessment configurations.
  Testing: After making changes, it’s advisable to test the assessment calculation in a development or test environment before applying it to production.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.