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  3. positive time recording


What is positive time recording in SAP PT - Personnel Time Management?


SAP Term: positive time recording

  • Component: PT

  • Component Name: Personnel Time Management

  • Description: A method of time recording that uses deviations from the monthly work schedule, such as absences and overtime, and the clock-in and clock-out times of an employee to determine attendance and absence times.


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  • Key Concepts: 
    Positive time recording is a feature of SAP's Personnel Time Management (PT) component. It allows employees to record their working hours in a positive manner, meaning that they can enter the exact start and end times of their workday. This helps to ensure that employees are accurately compensated for their time and that their hours are tracked accurately. 
    
    How to use it: 
    Positive time recording can be used by employees to record their working hours in SAP. To do this, they must first log into the system and then select the “Positive Time Recording” option from the menu. From there, they can enter the exact start and end times of their workday. Once this is done, the system will automatically calculate the total number of hours worked and any overtime that may be due. 
    
    Tips & Tricks: 
    When using positive time recording, it is important to ensure that all entries are accurate and up-to-date. This will help to ensure that employees are paid correctly for their time and that any overtime is accurately tracked. Additionally, it is important to remember to log out of the system when finished, as this will help to prevent any unauthorized access to the system. 
    
    Related Information: 
    For more information on positive time recording in SAP, please refer to the official SAP documentation or contact your local SAP support team. Additionally, there are many online resources available which provide detailed instructions on how to use this feature in SAP.
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