How To Fix 5U202 - Work % less than 100%, residence information used for balance & - &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5U - HR US: Messages

• Message number: 202

• Message text: Work % less than 100%, residence information used for balance & - &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5U202 - Work % less than 100%, residence information used for balance & - & ?

  The SAP error message 5U202 indicates that there is an issue with the work percentage in a specific process, typically related to the allocation of resources or activities in a project or production order. The message states that the work percentage is less than 100%, which means that the system is expecting a full allocation of work but is finding that the total work assigned is less than what is required.
  Cause:
  
  Incomplete Work Allocation: The work percentage may not have been fully allocated to the relevant activities or resources.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a configuration issue in the project or production order that is causing the work percentage to be calculated incorrectly.
  Data Entry Errors: Manual entry errors in the work allocation or resource assignment can lead to discrepancies.
  Missing Dependencies: If there are dependencies or prerequisites that have not been met, the system may not allow the work percentage to reach 100%.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Work Allocation: Check the work allocation for the relevant project or production order. Ensure that all necessary activities have been assigned the correct amount of work.
  Adjust Percentages: If the work percentage is intentionally less than 100%, ensure that this is reflected correctly in the system and that it aligns with the project or production requirements.
  Check Configuration Settings: Review the configuration settings related to work allocation and ensure they are set up correctly.
  Correct Data Entry: If there are manual entries, verify that they are accurate and complete.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling this error message.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal IT team for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use specific transaction codes (like CO02 for production orders or CJ20N for project management) to access and modify the relevant data.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or patches that may resolve the issue.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the appropriate permissions to make changes to work allocations and project settings.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.