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3602965 - 'Create Time Off' Use Case In Joule Does Not Work - 1H 2025

Symptom

Following the 1H 2025 release, when trying to create a time off request via Joule, an error message is received from Joule stating that the action cannot be performed.

Environment

SAP SuccessFactors Employee Central - Time Off

Reproducing the Issue

  1. Click on Joule icon
  2. Type in ‘Create a time off request’
  3. See that Joule replies with “Creating a time off request is not supported in this context. However, I can assist you with approving or declining time off requests. If you need help with that, please let me know!” or something similar like “I apologize for any confusion, but I am unable to apply for leave directly. Please use your company’s leave application system to submit your vacation leave request for tomorrow. If you need further assistance, feel free to ask!”  

Resolution

  • SAP Engineering team are aware of the issue and are currently working on a fix.
  • Please follow the KBA for updates on the issue.

See Also

2171560 - How to be notified of new or updated SAP Notes or KBAs

Keywords

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Product

SAP SuccessFactors Employee Central 2505