What is on call in SAP PT - Personnel Time Management?

SAP Term: on call

• Component: PT

• Component Name: Personnel Time Management

• Description: A time period during which an employee is available and can be called to work if required. A location is not defined for the employee when the employee has on-call duty.

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• Key Concepts: 
  On call is a feature of SAP Personnel Time Management (PT) that allows employees to be available for work outside of their normal working hours. It allows employers to quickly and easily assign employees to tasks that require immediate attention. 
  
  How to use it: 
  To use on call, employers must first set up an on call schedule in the SAP system. This schedule will define the times when employees are available for on call work. Once the schedule is set up, employers can assign employees to tasks that require immediate attention. Employees can then be notified of their assignments via email or text message. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When setting up an on call schedule, it is important to consider the needs of both the employer and the employee. Employers should ensure that the schedule is fair and reasonable, while also taking into account the employee’s availability and preferences. 
  
  Related Information: 
  SAP Personnel Time Management (PT) also includes features such as time tracking, leave management, and shift scheduling. These features can be used in conjunction with on call to ensure that employees are properly compensated for their work outside of normal working hours.