# Manage Absence Requests
**Overview**
The *Managing Absence Requests* application enables managers to efficiently review, approve, or reject employee absence requests. It provides complete visibility of team availability and integrates with the IFS ERP system for seamless updates and notifications.
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**Step 1: Select Date Range**
* Upon launch, the manager is prompted to select a **From Date** and **To Date**.
* A calendar component is available to ease selection.
* By default, the date range covers the current year.
This range filters the absence requests to show only those submitted within the selected period.
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**Step 2: View Absence Requests**
After choosing the date range and clicking **Next**, a list of all relevant requests is displayed:
* **Requester's Name**
* **Absence Type**
* **Start and End Dates**
* **Duration**
* **Status** (Pending, Approved, Rejected)
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**Step 3: Review & Take Action**
Clicking **Next** brings up the action screen:
* View full details of the selected request.
* Choose to **Approve** or **Reject** the absence request.
* The screen also displays:
* **Future absence requests** from the same employee
* **Status of those requests**
* A button to view complete **absence history** (approved, rejected)
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**Step 4: Confirmation & Next Actions**
* Once the action is taken:
* A confirmation message is shown.
* The system updates the IFS ERP and sends email notifications accordingly.
* The manager can:
* Close the application
* Return to the list to manage additional requests
