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

SAP Error Message - Details

• 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 number of dependents allowed for the specific plan.
  Adjust Enrollment: If the number of dependents exceeds the limit, the employee should reduce the number of dependents they are enrolling to comply with the maximum allowed.
  System Configuration: If the limit seems incorrect, consult with the HR or IT department to review the configuration settings in the SAP system. They may need to adjust the maximum number of dependents allowed based on the organization's policy.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists or if there are discrepancies in the system settings, it may be necessary to contact SAP support or your internal IT support team for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Benefit Plan Documentation: Always refer to the official documentation or guidelines provided by the HR department regarding employee benefits and dependent coverage.
  SAP Help Portal: For more detailed technical information, you can refer to the SAP Help Portal or SAP Notes related to employee benefits and insurance enrollment.
  Training and Resources: Ensure that employees are trained on how to properly enroll dependents and understand the limitations of their benefit plans.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message 5U146 and ensure compliance with the organization's benefits enrollment policies.