How To Fix 3I141 - Number of weekly hours should be equal or lower than &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 3I - HR-PT: Messages for Portugal

• Message number: 141

• Message text: Number of weekly hours should be equal or lower than &

What causes this issue?

The number of weekly hours that you inserted is higher than the upper
limit set in the <LS>Working time account - hour limit week </>constant
(<DS:HRDS.DSYSLO_ECDSKON_WHLIMAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA19_0VVV>WHLIM</>).

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Insert a number of hours equal or lower than the limit &v1&.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 3I141 - Number of weekly hours should be equal or lower than & ?

  The SAP error message 3I141 indicates that the number of weekly hours entered for a work schedule exceeds the maximum allowed limit defined in the system. This error typically arises in the context of time management or personnel administration when configuring work schedules for employees.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  The total number of hours assigned to a work schedule exceeds the maximum limit set in the system configuration.
  There may be a discrepancy between the employee's work schedule and the defined limits in the system settings.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration Settings:
  
  Navigate to the configuration settings for work schedules in SAP (usually found in the SPRO transaction under "Personnel Management" > "Personnel Administration" > "Work Schedule").
  Verify the maximum weekly hours defined for the relevant work schedule or employee group.
  
  
  
  Adjust Weekly Hours:
  
  If the weekly hours assigned to the employee exceed the limit, reduce the number of hours to comply with the maximum allowed.
  Ensure that the total hours for all shifts or work periods do not exceed the defined limit.
  
  
  
  Review Employee Master Data:
  
  Check the employee's master data to ensure that the correct work schedule is assigned.
  Make sure that any changes to the work schedule are reflected in the employee's records.
  
  
  
  Consult with HR or Payroll:
  
  If you are unsure about the correct limits or configurations, consult with your HR or payroll department to ensure compliance with labor laws and company policies.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making adjustments, test the changes by attempting to save the work schedule again to ensure that the error no longer appears.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) or PT03 (Maintain Work Schedule) to make necessary changes.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on configuring work schedules and understanding time management settings.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the appropriate permissions to make changes to work schedules and employee data.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.