How To Fix 5G122 - Entering a weekly limit implies that an employee has opted-out

5G122 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5G - HR: Messages for Britain

• Message number: 122

• Message text: Entering a weekly limit implies that an employee has opted-out

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5G122 - Details

• The SAP error message 5G122, which states "Entering a weekly limit implies that an employee has opted-out," typically occurs in the context of time management or payroll processing within SAP systems. This error is related to the configuration of employee time limits, particularly in relation to the management of working hours and overtime.
  
  Cause:
  
  Opt-Out Status: The error indicates that the employee has opted out of certain time management rules or limits. This could be due to specific settings in the employee's master data or time management configuration.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the configuration of time management settings, particularly regarding how weekly limits are applied to employees who have opted out.
  Data Entry: The error can also arise from incorrect data entry when trying to set or modify weekly limits for an employee who has opted out.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Employee Master Data: Review the employee's master data in the SAP system to confirm