How To Fix 5E531 - More than one ERE for the selected period; reduce selection

5E531 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5E - Error messages for Spanish infotypes module pools

• Message number: 531

• Message text: More than one ERE for the selected period; reduce selection

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5E531 - More than one ERE for the selected period; reduce selection ?

  The SAP error message 5E531 ("More than one ERE for the selected period; reduce selection") typically occurs in the context of payroll processing or reporting when the system finds multiple entries for the same employee in the specified period. This can happen in various modules, such as HR or payroll, where the system expects a unique entry for a specific time frame but finds duplicates.
  
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Records: There may be multiple entries for the same employee in the same period in the relevant infotypes or tables.
  Incorrect Selection Criteria: The selection criteria used in the report or transaction may be too broad, leading to multiple records being retrieved.
  Data Entry Errors: Manual data entry errors could lead to the creation of duplicate records for the same employee and period.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the payroll or reporting settings that allow for multiple entries.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Data: Check the relevant infotypes