How To Fix 3A982 - Maximum number of months for deduction is 12.

3A982 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 3A - Messages HR CZ

• Message number: 982

• Message text: Maximum number of months for deduction is 12.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 3A982 - Maximum number of months for deduction is 12. ?

  The SAP error message 3A982 ("Maximum number of months for deduction is 12") typically occurs in the context of payroll processing or deduction management within the SAP system. This error indicates that the system has a limitation on the number of months for which a deduction can be applied, and that limit is set to 12 months.
  
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when an attempt is made to set a deduction period that exceeds the maximum allowed duration of 12 months. This can happen in various scenarios, such as:
  
  When configuring a deduction type in the payroll system.
  When processing payroll for an employee with a deduction that has been set for more than 12 months.
  When trying to retroactively apply deductions that span more than a year.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Review Deduction Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration of the deduction type in the SAP system. Ensure that the deduction is set