How To Fix 5U146 - Maximum number of covered dependents is &

5U146 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5U - HR US: Messages

• Message number: 146

• Message text: Maximum number of covered dependents is &

What causes this issue?

You have entered more than 20 as the maximum number of dependants. The
system is able to accomodate up to 20 dependants per coverage.

System Response

The system could not save a number higher than 20.

How to fix this error?

Enter the required dependents but not more than 20.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5U146 - Maximum number of covered dependents is & ?

  The SAP error message 5U146, which states "Maximum number of covered dependents is &," typically occurs in the context of employee benefits or insurance enrollment within the SAP system. This error indicates that the number of dependents an employee is trying to enroll exceeds the maximum limit set by the organization or the specific benefit plan.
  
  Cause:
  
  Exceeding Limit: The employee is attempting to enroll more dependents than the maximum allowed by the benefit plan.
  Configuration Settings: The maximum number of dependents may be configured incorrectly in the SAP system or may not align with the organization's policy.
  Plan Type Restrictions: Different benefit plans may have different limits on the number of dependents that can be covered.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Enrollment: Check the number of dependents the employee is trying to enroll. Ensure that it does not exceed the maximum limit set by the organization.
  Consult Policy Documents: Refer to the organization's benefits policy to understand the maximum