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# How to prevent time entries without a planned work shift

In haddock HR it is possible to restrict time entries so they can only be made when there is a previously planned shift.

This configuration is especially useful in environments where planning is mandatory and you want to avoid out-of-schedule records that create issues in time control.

### Configuration

The setting is done at the employee contract level:

1. Go to **Settings**.
2. Open the employee’s **contract** (or the affected contracts).
3. Within the contract, go to the **Time entries** section.
4. Locate the option **“Allow time entry without planned shift”**.
5. Disable the option.
6. Save the changes.

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Once disabled, the system will block any attempt to clock in or out that is not associated with a previously assigned shift.

### Operational impact

- The restriction applies per contract, not globally.
- If an employee does not have a planned shift, they will not be able to record a clock-in or clock-out.