How To Fix TM005 - No. of days is zero (check inclusive and month-end indicators)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TM - Messages for FIMA

• Message number: 005

• Message text: No. of days is zero (check inclusive and month-end indicators)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TM005 - No. of days is zero (check inclusive and month-end indicators) ?

  The SAP error message TM005, which states "No. of days is zero (check inclusive and month-end indicators)," typically occurs in the context of time management or time evaluation processes within SAP. This error indicates that the system is trying to process a time-related operation, but the number of days calculated is zero, which is not valid for the operation being performed.
  Causes:
  
  
  Incorrect Date Range: The date range specified for the time evaluation or time management process may not cover any actual days. For example, if the start date and end date are the same, the system will calculate zero days.
  
  
  Inclusive/Exclusive Settings: The settings for inclusive or exclusive days may not be configured correctly. If the system is set to include the start and end dates but the dates are the same, it will result in zero days.
  
  
  Month-End Indicators: If the month-end processing indicators are not set correctly, it may lead to situations where the system does not recognize any valid days for processing.
  
  
  Absence or Leave Records: If there are absence or leave records that are incorrectly configured or overlapping, it may lead to a situation where the system cannot calculate valid days.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Date Range: Ensure that the start and end dates specified in the time evaluation or time management process cover a valid range. Adjust the dates to ensure that they are not the same.
  
  
  Review Inclusive/Exclusive Settings: Verify the settings for inclusive and exclusive days in the configuration. Make sure that they are set according to your business requirements.
  
  
  Adjust Month-End Indicators: Check the month-end processing indicators in the configuration. Ensure that they are set correctly to allow for proper processing of time records.
  
  
  Examine Absence Records: Review any absence or leave records for the employees involved. Ensure that there are no overlaps or incorrect configurations that could lead to zero days being calculated.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific configuration settings related to time management and evaluation.
  
  
  Testing: After making adjustments, perform a test run of the time evaluation or related process to ensure that the error does not occur again.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like PT60 (Time Evaluation) or PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) to check and adjust employee time records.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on configuration settings.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the TM005 error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.