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Create Time Off Reason

Create a time off reason in a Microsoft Teams schedule with display name, icon, and active status.

Updated Feb 19, 2026
Search Tags:#teams#management#schedule#absence#time off#reason
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/naftiko/microsoft-teams-sandbox --skill create-time-off-reason
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
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Skill: Create Time Off Reason
Source: https://github.com/naftiko/microsoft-teams-sandbox/tree/main/skills/create-time-off-reason
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/naftiko/microsoft-teams-sandbox --skill create-time-off-reason

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill streamlines the process of defining custom time off categories within a team's schedule, ensuring accurate tracking and management of employee absences.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Define Absence Categories: Create specific reasons for time off (e.g., "Vacation", "Sick Leave", "Personal Day").
  • Icon Association: Assign visual icons to time off reasons for better recognition in scheduling views.
  • Status Management: Activate or deactivate time off reasons as needed.
  • Use Case: A manager needs to add "Jury Duty" as a new, trackable time off reason for their team.

Quick Start

Create a new time off reason named 'Bereavement' for the team with ID 'e1b3c5a7-9d2f-4b6e-8c1a-3f5d7e9b2a4c'.

Frequently Asked Questions about Create Time Off Reason

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I add a custom time off reason to a Microsoft Teams schedule?▼

To add a custom time off reason to a Microsoft Teams schedule, you need to define the reason's display name, optionally assign an icon, and set its active status. This allows you to track specific absences like 'Vacation' or 'Jury Duty'.

Can I assign an icon to a time off reason in Teams?▼

Yes, you can assign an optional visual icon to a time off reason in Teams. This icon association improves recognition of specific absence categories within your team's scheduling views.

What are custom absence categories used for in team schedules?▼

Custom absence categories are used for tracking and managing specific types of employee time off within team schedules. Defining reasons like 'Sick Leave' or 'Bereavement' ensures accurate monitoring of absences.

Do I need a team ID to create a new time off reason?▼

Yes, you need the specific team ID to create a new time off reason. For example, you use the team ID to associate the new absence category directly with the correct Microsoft Teams schedule.

Can I deactivate a time off reason after creating it?▼

Yes, status management is supported when creating a time off reason. You can set the active status to activate or deactivate the absence category as needed within your team's schedule.

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