How To Fix 5R292 - Confinement No. greater than 4 not allowed for GML.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5R - HR-SG: Messages for HR Module SG, China, Hongkong and Taiwan

• Message number: 292

• Message text: Confinement No. greater than 4 not allowed for GML.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5R292 - Confinement No. greater than 4 not allowed for GML. ?

  The SAP error message 5R292 ("Confinement No. greater than 4 not allowed for GML") typically relates to the configuration of Generalized Material Ledger (GML) in SAP. This error indicates that there is an issue with the confinement number being used in the GML setup, specifically that it exceeds the allowed limit.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when the confinement number specified in the configuration or transaction exceeds the maximum allowed value of 4. In the context of GML, confinement numbers are used to categorize or group materials, and the system has a predefined limit on how many categories can be used.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings for the Generalized Material Ledger in your SAP system. Ensure that the confinement numbers being used do not exceed the limit of 4.
  
  
  Adjust Confinement Numbers: If you find that the confinement number is set incorrectly, adjust it to a value of 4 or less. This may involve changing the settings in the relevant configuration tables or transaction codes.
  
  
  Review Master Data: Check the material master data to ensure that the confinement numbers assigned to materials are within the allowed range.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on configuring GML and understanding the implications of confinement numbers.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue through configuration changes, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OML1 (for GML configuration) and MM02 (for material master changes).
  SAP Notes: Look for SAP Notes related to GML and confinement numbers, as they may provide additional insights or patches that could resolve the issue.
  Training and Documentation: Ensure that your team is trained on GML configuration and understands the limitations and best practices for setting up confinement numbers.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.