How To Fix 5A577 - Specify a monthly working time between & and & hours

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5A - Basis Personnel Management

• Message number: 577

• Message text: Specify a monthly working time between & and & hours

What causes this issue?

Maximum monthly working time is calculated on the basis of
a) the number of workdays per month (T77S0) and the maximum number of
hours worked per day (T77S0)
b) the number of workdays per month (T77S0) and the entry in the field
"Working time per day", or
c) the number of working weeks per month (according to T77S0) and the
entry in the field "Working time per week".
Maximum working time is equal to the smallest of these three values.
Minimum monthly working time is calculated from the maximum entry in
the field "Working time per week", the entry in the field "Working time
per day" and the minimum number of hours worked per day (table T77S0).

System Response

How to fix this error?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5A577 - Specify a monthly working time between & and & hours ?

  The SAP error message 5A577, which states "Specify a monthly working time between & and & hours," typically occurs in the context of employee time management or payroll processing. This error indicates that the system requires a valid monthly working time to be specified for an employee, and the value provided does not fall within the acceptable range defined in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Input: The monthly working time entered for an employee is either too low or too high compared to the predefined limits set in the system.
  Configuration Issues: The limits for monthly working time may not be correctly configured in the system settings.
  Employee Master Data: The employee's master data may not be set up correctly, leading to discrepancies in expected working hours.
  Collective Agreements: There may be collective agreements or labor laws that define specific working hours, and the input does not comply with these regulations.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Input Values: Review the monthly working time entered for the employee and ensure it falls within the specified range. Adjust the value accordingly.
  Review Configuration: If you have access, check the configuration settings in the SAP system to ensure that the minimum and maximum working hours are correctly defined. This can typically be found in the customizing settings under:
  
  SPRO ? Personnel Management ? Personnel Administration ? Basic Settings ? Define Working Time.
  
  
  Update Employee Master Data: Ensure that the employee's master data is correctly maintained, including their working time specifications. This can be done through transaction codes like PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data).
  Consult with HR/Payroll: If you are unsure about the correct working hours or if there are specific collective agreements in place, consult with your HR or payroll department for guidance.
  Testing: After making the necessary adjustments, test the changes by attempting to process the payroll or time management function again to see if the error persists.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data), PA20 (Display HR Master Data), and SPRO (Customizing).
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on working time configuration and employee master data management.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the appropriate permissions to make changes to employee data and system configurations.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant for further assistance.