How To Fix 3W670 - The limit of & adult dependants has been reached (refer to the & record)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 3W - HR: Message Class South Africa

• Message number: 670

• Message text: The limit of & adult dependants has been reached (refer to the & record)

What causes this issue?

The number of adult dependants on the MAIN subtype record of Infotype
0150 is &V1&.

System Response

You cannot enter more than &V1& records as Medical Aid Dependants.

How to fix this error?

Change the number of dependants on the MAIN subtype record of Infotype
0150 if applicable.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 3W670 - The limit of & adult dependants has been reached (refer to the & record) ?

  The SAP error message 3W670 indicates that the limit for adult dependants has been reached in the system. This typically occurs in the context of employee benefits or personnel administration, where there is a predefined limit on the number of adult dependants that can be associated with an employee's record.
  Cause:
  
  Limit Reached: The primary cause of this error is that the maximum number of adult dependants allowed for an employee has been reached. This limit is often set by the organization’s policies or system configuration.
  Configuration Settings: The limit may be defined in the system settings, which could be based on business rules or legal requirements.
  Data Entry Error: There may have been an attempt to add more dependants than allowed, either due to a misunderstanding of the limits or incorrect data entry.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Current Dependants: Check the employee's record to see how many adult dependants are currently listed. This can usually be done through the HR module in SAP.
  Remove or Update Dependants: If the limit has been reached, you may need to remove or update existing dependant records to make room for new entries.
  Adjust Configuration Settings: If the limit needs to be increased, consult with your SAP administrator or HR system manager to adjust the configuration settings in the system to allow for more adult dependants.
  Consult Policies: Review the organization’s policies regarding dependants to ensure compliance with any legal or organizational limits.
  Error Documentation: If the error persists after making changes, consult SAP documentation or support for further troubleshooting.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional context or solutions for this error message.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user attempting to make changes has the appropriate permissions to modify dependant records.
  Testing Changes: After making any changes, test the system to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the changes are reflected correctly in the employee's record.
  Training: Consider providing training or resources for HR personnel to understand how to manage dependant records effectively within SAP.
  
  If the issue continues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support for further assistance.